Rockford committee approves new McDonald’s, delays Elk’s Club demolition

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford committee members have delayed plans to demolish the historic Elk’s Club building following a unanimous decision at last night’s finance and personnel meeting.

The delay was initiated by 3rd Ward Alderman Chad Tuneberg, despite a judge’s order in 2021 to demolish the building due to safety concerns.

The Elk’s Club building was recently up for sale during an online auction, but it remains unclear if the building was sold.

In other developments, the committee also unanimously approved plans for a new McDonald’s on the city’s west side, at the intersection of West State and Springfield.

This new restaurant will replace a currently vacant dialysis center, with the plans now heading to the city council next week for a full vote.

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