Historic Preservation Commission

The Moline Historic Preservation Commission was created by Ordinance on December 17, 1991 with the first members seated in June of 1992.  This commission seeks to promote and enhance the educational, cultural and economic welfare of the City and its citizens by pursuing the identification and preservation of the community's historically significant resources.

The Moline Historic Preservation Commission received a 2008 Excellence Award from the National Alliance of Preservation Awards (NAPC). Click here to
 

Moline's Downtown Commercial Historic District

In 2007, a 33 acre district in Downtown Moline was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.  Here is a description of the district's architectural and historic significance.

Moline Historic Landmarks
Thus far, the City has designated eleven buildings as Historic Landmarks. Here you will find images, locations and brief histories for each of them.

What is the Historic Landmarking process?
An overview of the City landmarking process, its incentives and benefits, and answers to questions most frequently asked of the Commission.

Historic Preservation Resources
Many resources exist to support inquiries and research on the historic significance of structures and neighborhoods. Here are some local, state and federal sources of information.

Facade Improvement Program

The City of Moline provides financial assistance to property owners for the rehabilitation of structure facades, with the intention of emphasizing and highlighting the historic character of buildings.  Guidelines and the application process are given here.

MHPC meets the second Monday of every month from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. in the Committee-of-the-Whole room, located on the 2nd floor of City Hall. Members of the Commission are: Jim Scott, Chairman, Barb Sandberg, Dan Mizner,  Craig Mack, Scott Perkins, Curt Roseman, and Tom Bracke.  City staff contact is Patrick Burke, Economic Development Manager, (309) 524-2034, e-mail at pburke@moline.il.us.