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Grass Clippings & Debris Reminder

We are reminding residents to refrain from blowing grass clippings or debris onto the roadways.

Per Illinois law: “It is illegal to deposit or throw grass clippings or any other debris onto public roadways.”

This is prohibited under the Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 9/1804) and is subject to fines or penalties by law.

Grass clippings or debris can create slippery surfaces when wet, thereby harming drivers, cyclists and motorcyclists, obstruct visibility of road markings, and clog drainage and sewer systems.

Road District Duties

• Snow plow and apply ice control to all township roads
• Maintain and repair roads, shoulders and ditches.
• Maintain and repair all warning and regulatory signs.
• Install and maintain culverts.
• Prepare roads prior to paving (sweeping, grinding, butt joints, etc).
• Paint/stripe all main roads in township.
• Mow along township right of way and maintain shoulder.
• Remove trash, debris and dead animals from roadside.
• Sweep up loose gravel and debris on township roads.
• Provide all street lighting on township roads.
• Issue permits for overweight and oversize vehicles.
• Issue permits to utility companies doing work in our right of way.
• Issue permits for culvert installation at new construction sites.
• Maintain and inspect bridges.
• Inspect all road construction and paving on township road surfaces.
• Trim trees to maintain the right of way and safe sight distances along with trimming prior to road construction.
• Remove any damaged or fallen trees to insure safe roadway conditions.
• Cooperate with law enforcement agencies to install warning signs in case of serious automobile accidents.