Have you thought about putting up a mailbox that will stand out from the rest? Have you thought about putting up a mailbox that is indestructible... one that could delay the progression of a tank? There are guidelines from both the Illinois Department of Transportation and the U.S. Post Office that define such things as height and methods of installing mailboxes. In order for your mailbox not to be a hazard to motorists, it must have light weight supports.

The township does not sealcoat all roads each year. Sealcoating is not designed to build up the road bed; it is to keep moisture out and dust minimized. Thus, it is not usually necessary to sealcoat each road each year...once every five to six years is normally adequate. We do check for cracks and deterioration each year, however, and will sealcoat any road that needs it even if it was done the previous year.

The boom mower is both a labor saving device and a safety tool. The other option is to use chain saws that take much more time and can be dangerous to the operator. We also prefer using the boom mower to the use of herbicides for environmental reasons. The brush and scrub trees that are cut by the mower are potential obstructions to a clear view of the roadway and thus a safety issue for drivers.

No. The county maintains some (look for blue signs that indicate it is a county road) and the state maintains some, primarily Routes 24 and 9. As an aside, the township is not to plow snow from any roads except those designated as township roads.

The minimum for new installation of driveways is 15 inches in diameter and 30 feet in length, although some may require a larger diameter culvert. 

The Road District is not responsible for the installation or repair of culverts, although the Road Commissioner does have the authority to require the correct size culvert is being installed. We also require that 10 inches of course material be applied from the edge of the road to the culvert.

Check with the Road Commissioner if you have any questions on what your property requires.

If you see the dumping occur, note the license plate number and report it to the county sheriff's office. If you see items that have been dumped that could pose a driving hazard or that is particularly unsightly (for example, a mattress or appliance), call the township office and talk to the road commissioner or a member of the road crew. Or leave a message for the road commissioner if he is not available. In your message, be very specific on the location of the dumping. Thank you for your community involvement.

No. In fact, the complete right of way (33 feet either side of the center line) is off limits to these vehicles. The primary reason for this law is the safety of the operator of the snowmobile or four-wheeler.

The township has responsibility for the ROW along township-maintained roads. On occasion, we may have to trim or cut a tree if drivers' vision could be obstructed or if low hanging branches could pose a problem during a heavy snow or ice storm. Often homeowners are aware of problem trees and take steps to correct their obstruction. When that does not occur, the township will do the cutting back.

If you plant wildflowers on the right of way near your home, please let the township know so the flowers will not be inadvertently mowed during summer operations. It might be a good idea to post a sign indicating that the area is planted in wildflowers and should not be mowed. Leave a message for the Road Commissioner at 697-6252, including your exact address and a phone number so a confirmation call can be made.