First Street Redevelopment Project
December 21, 2007 - Weekly Update
Contents
• Project Schedule Summary
• Update – Parking Deck Construction/The Plaza
• Update – South 1st Street
• Update – Public Space Design Committee
Project Schedule Summary
Week of December 24
• Work will be suspended on December 24 and 25 for the holiday.
January 2008
• January 7 – Public Space Design Committee Meeting, 8 a.m., City Hall, finalize the design for the east plaza and riverwalk.
• January 24 – 1st Street Construction Update Meeting, 8 a.m, City Hall, 2nd Floor
• Decorative streetlights for south end of 1st Street will be installed on both sides of 1st Street.
• Permit applications scheduled to be submitted for River Loft building.
March 2008
• Blue Goose Supermarket moves into and opens their new store.
Spring 2008
• Demolition/site work for the River Loft and River Terrace buildings begins.
• Phases 3-5 1st Street Reconstruction, from Illinois/1st Street intersection to Rte. 64, begins.
• Construction of the public plaza begins.
Summer 2008
• Parking deck opens!
Update Detail
While visible construction activities over the next few months may slow due to the weather, the project should remain on schedule, with more progress on interior work. City staff will keep busy planning for spring 2008 and coordinating the remaining road reconstruction, streetscape, and plaza construction phasing. The City’s consultant has also begun to work on plans to maximize parking and pedestrian circulation during the upcoming spring construction activities. He will also be working with the City on planning the phases to minimize the effect on local businesses.
Parking Deck Construction/ The Plaza
Crews continue to work on the helix ramp at the southwest corner of thedeck. The first level is complete, and they are now working on the second level of the ramp, which will take cars between levels 2 and 3. Bricklayers will also be working on brick facades, weather permitting. Interior carpentry work is also progressing on the second floor of the east façade. We should begin to see some windows installed soon. City staff is taking a close look at the parking configuration in the deck to ensure the most efficient use of the space. The current configurationallows for 432 public parking spaces.
South 1st Street
A railing on top of a retaining wall behind the Harris Bank building at the south end of 1st Street has been installed. The full occupancy permit has been issued for the building as well. While the streetscape (brick pavers, tree grates, etc.) has been mostly completed in front of the Harris Bank and Milestone Row buildings, there are several items that will be completed in spring 2008 due to weather conditions. The buildout for Harris Bank has been approved and should be completed in February 2008. Milestone Row is also filling with tenants, their newest being Management Recruiters of St. Charles and STC Capital Bank.
Public Space Design Committee
The next meeting will be held on January 7, 2008, at which they plan to finalize the design for the east plaza and riverwalk. The staff and engineering evaluation will be completed by this meeting, along with a cost estimate. Construction of the plaza should begin in March or April 2008.
Questions or comments about the First Street may be directed to the First Street hotline at 762-7097 or email at 1stStreet@stcharlesil.gov.
East Gateway/Charlestowne Mall Area
12/21/07
Nothing new this week.
12/14/07
Nothing new this week.
12/7/07
Nothing new this week.
11/30/07
Nothing new this week.
11/21/07
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there are no updates this week.
11/16/07
Jaws Express Car Wash/America's Cup Coffee Express, 1639 E. Main St.
Bargain Books, 3800 E. Main St. (Charlestowne Mall).
11/9/07
Nothing new this week.
11/2/07
Nothing new this week.
10/26/07
Nothing new this week.
10/19/07
Nothing new this week.
10/12/07
Now Open –
Brannick Clinic of Natural Medicine, 1650 E. Main St., 630-444-0066
E & A Copying & Printing, 1020 E Cedar, Ste 2E & 2J, 630-660-4019
East Side Industrial: Now Open –
Jump'n Jiminy Playroom Inc., 1900 E Tyler, Ste. 300, 630-587-6700
Softub, (portable hot tubs), 1830 Wallace Ave., 630-717-9100
Corporate Mailing Service, 2551 Dukane Drive, 630-513-8400
10/5/07
Nothing new this week.
9/28/07
Nothing new this week.
9/21/07
Nothing new this week.
9/14/07
Nothing new this week.
9/7/07
Now Open - Spirit Halloween Superstores, 3601 East Main Street (Main Street Commons between Border’s and Office Depot); Enterprise Rent-A-Car, 1203 E Main (just east of the RR crossing). They can be reached at 377-9070; BancGroup Mortgage, 1 Illinois St., #240.
8/31/07
Nothing new this week.
8/24/07
Nothing new this week.
8/17/07
Nothing new this week.
8/10/07
Nothing new this week.
8/3/07
Once Upon a Child, located at 224 Kirk Rd (Main Street Commons near Borders) has posted a franchise opportunity at this location due to owner retiring. Inquiries can be directed to 800-814-6852 or www.ouac.com
7/27/07
Nothing new this week.
7/20/07
Nothing new this week.
7/13/07
Dolly’s Stuff and Flourishes are two new businesses in the 3rd Street Shops located at 12 N 3rd St. Both can be reached at 584-3899.
On the Border Restaurant is in the process of remodeling their patio area. The existing stone wall and trellis will be replaced with beautiful wrought iron. The final touch will be new tables and chairs.
7/6/07
Now Open! National Tire and Battery located at 3845 E Main St. (next to Petco).
6/29/07
Relocating: High Definition Systems, 314 W. Main St. will soon be relocating to 1434 E. Main St. They can be reached at 443-8585.
Coming Soon: Verizon Wireless, 124 S. Kirk Rd (Main Street Commons)
6/22/07
Now Open! - Expert Auto Sounds (car audio and video sales and installation), 602 Sidwell Ct., Unit R. They can be reached at 377-6150.
Coming soon - Jaws Express Car Wash at 1639 E Main (next to Best Western) and Sprint retail store at 3755 E Main (across from Charlestowne Mall).
Coming this Fall - Spirit Halloween Superstores, 3601 E Main Street (Main Street Commons between Border’s and Office Depot). Anticipated opening is 9/1/07.
Under Construction - Enterprise Rent-A-Car has begun construction for a new facility at 1103 E Main (near the REMAX offices).
New Owner - Michelangelo Gallery, Charlestowne Mall, Ste. D104 has a new owner, John Wilkes. You can reach the gallery at 443-4949.
6/15/07
Nothing new this week.
6/8/07
Apex CPAs & Consultants Inc, has moved to 1652 E Main St., Ste. 100. They will host the St. Charles Chamber after hours at this new location on June 14, 4:30-6:30 p.m. They can be reached at 584-4555.
Coming Soon! Expert Auto Sounds (car audio and video sales and installation), 602 Sidwell Ct., Unit R.
Draper & Kramer Mortgage Corp has expanded into an adjacent unit at 3755 E Main.
Racer Café, Inc. has relocated to 392 38th Ave. They can be reached at 443-5178 or http://www.racercafe.com.
6/1/07
Nothing new this week.
5/25/07
Nothing new this week.
5/18/07
Management Recruiters has moved from 318 S 2nd to 1607 E Main (next to Cadillac). They can be reached at (630) 377-6466 or www.stcsearch.com.
Netrion Global Solutions (software development and consulting services) is now open at 451 Dunham Rd, Ste 200. They can be reached at (630) 510-3000 or www.netrion.com.
5/11/07
Nothing new this week.
5/4/07
Nothing new this week.
4/27/07
Nothing new this week.
4/20/07
Nothing new this week.
4/13/07
Nothing new this week.
4/6/07
Nothing new this week.
3/30/07
Now Open: Amp’d Mobile Sales and Accessories located at 3800 E Main St., Ste. Kiosk (Charlestowne Mall, first floor).
Congratulations Sidwell Company on your 80th Anniversary! They are located at 675 E Sidwell Ct. and prides itself on being an employee owned provider of geographic information systems, aerial photography, photogram metric and mapping services. They can be reached at (630) 549-111 or www.sidwellco.com.
3/23/07
Coming Soon: National Tire and Battery located at 3845 E Main St. (located next to Petco) in East Gate Commons Shopping Center.
3/16/07
Nothing new this week.
3/9/07
Now Open: Facility Environmental Management located at 473 Dunham Rd., Ste 2. They can be reached at (630) 377-0553.
Now Open: Main Street Commons Dental Care located at 202 S Kirk Rd is now accepting new patients. They can be reached at (630) 513-6760 or www.mainstreetcommonsdental.com.
Now Open: Bella Bridal & Formal Wear has opened a second store at the Charlestowne Mall located at 3800 E Main St. (next to Hollister) They can be reached at (630) 443-9226 or www.bellabridalandformal.com.
Coming Soon: FC Lighting (Manufacturer of commercial/architectural light fixtures) is relocating from Addison to an 85,760 sf building located at 3609 E Swenson Ave.
3/2/07
Nothing new this week.
2/23/07
Nothing new this week.
2/16/07
Now Open: Tax Pro Services located at 3800 E Main St., Ste. E215 (Upper level Charlestowne Mall next to Von Maur.) They can be reached at (630) 584-9156.
2/9/07
Expanding: Steiner Electric located at 3755 E Swenson Ave has begun a 12,000 sq. ft. addition onto their existing building.
2/2/07
Nothing new this week.
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Nothing new this week.
1/19/07
Rug Makers, Inc. located at 1830 E Wallace Ave., Ste. 211 has expanded their business to include Ste. 212 (area rug design, fabrication, restoration and installation). They can be reached at 630 587 4201.
1/12/07
The City of St. Charles has contracted Martam Construction, Inc. of Elgin, Illinois, to replace the existing 5’ x 6’ box culvert under 7th Avenue between Edward Avenue and Ronzheimer Avenue. Construction is scheduled to begin on January 22, 2007, and should last for approximately 7 weeks, weather permitting.
In order to complete the project, it will be necessary to completely close 7th Avenue to all traffic for part of the construction project from January 25, 2007, to February 14, 2007. A detour route will be posted for this closure and will take traffic along Edward Avenue, 13th Avenue, and Ronzheimer Avenue. The City would ask that residents keep parking on these streets to a minimum due to the posted detour. Trash pickup will remain as it is, but in the event that this does not remain feasible, residents and Veolia Environmental Services will be notified of the revised locations.
Please contact Chris Tiedt of the Engineering Office at (630) 377-4486/ctiedt@stcharlesil.gov with any questions or concerns.
1/5/07
Nothing new this week
Downtown New Developments
12/21/07
Nothing new this week.
12/14/07
Nothing new this week.
12/7/07
Nothing new this week.
11/30/07
Nothing new this week.
11/21/07
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there are no updates this week.
11/16/07
Lola B’s Boutique, 108 State Ave., 630-945-3306.
11/9/07
Nothing new this week.
11/2/07
Nothign new this week.
10/26/07
Nothing new this week.
10/19/07
Nothing new this week.
10/12/07
Nothing new this week.
10/5/07
Nothing new this week.
9/28/07
Nothing new this week.
9/21/07
Nothing new this week.
9/14/07
Nothing new this week.
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Now Open - Fiat Financial Money Center, 311 N 2nd St., Ste. 202, 443-1200.
8/31/07
Nothing new this week.
8/24/07
Nothing new this week.
8/17/07
Nothing new this week.
8/10/07
Nothing new this week.
8/3/07
Nothing new this week.
7/27/07
Nothing new this week.
7/20/07
Nothing new this week.
7/13/07
Nothing new this week.
7/6/07
Nothing new this week.
6/29/07
Nothing new this week.
6/22/07
Now Open - Sammy’s Bike Shop, 602 S 1st St is open and ready to sell and rent bicycles. They can be reached at 444-0690.
New Location - Homes For Sale by Owner has moved from 930 W Main to 14 N 1st Ave. They can be reached at 587-6500.
6/15/07
Nothing new this week.
6/8/07
US Army Recruiter Station has opened at 303 N 2nd St., Ste. 29. They can be reached at 513-1437.
Now Open! Salon 214 West, 214 W Main St (next to Marco’s Jewelers). They can be reached at 443-9378.
Gramps Frozen Custard at 1 Illinois St (Fox Island Square) is under new ownership. Stop by today and welcome the new owner. They can be reached at 762-9480.
6/1/07
Nothing new this week.
5/25/07
Nothing new this week.
5/18/07
Now Open: Bicycle Heaven (retail & rental of bikes and accessories) is now open at 308 W Walnut St. They can be reached at (630) 444-7450.
5/11/07
Nothing new this week.
5/4/07
Nothing new this week.
4/27/07
Nothing new this week.
4/20/07
Nothing new this week.
4/13/07
Nothing new this week.
4/6/07
Nothing new this week.
3/30/07
Nothing new this week.
3/23/07
Coming Soon: Monika's Bridal Salon located at 228 W Main St. They plan to be opened by July 2007.
Coming Soon: Foote, Meyers, Mielke & Flowers LLC (law firm) located at 200 W Main St (former 5/3 rd Bank building) plans to open by April 2007.
3/16/07
Nothing new this week.
3/9/07
New Ownership: Ragamuffin Coffee House located at 1 W Illinois St., Ste. 180 (Fox Island Square) will be under new ownership the middle of March. The Breadsmith purchased Ragamuffin for a second location. They can be reached at (630) 377-7174.
Coming Soon: Bicycle Heaven a retail store for your entire bicycle needs including rental and accessories for all ages. They will be located at the former Picklelilies site at 308 W Walnut St.
3/2/07
Nothing new this week.
2/23/07
Now Open: DuPont One Contractors, Inc. specializing in home remodeling is located at 103 W Main St., Ste. 3A-G. They can be reached at 630-231-2200 or www.DuPontone.com.
2/16/07
Now Open: Eliza Jane beauty Spa located at 322 W Main St., (former Bellie Buttons). They can be reached at (630) 443-1776 or www.elizajanegirl.com.
Name Change: Armand’s located at 102 E Main St. has a new name and several additions to their menu which include pizza’s with a twist. Their new name is Pi’s. They can be reached at (630) 587-6666.
2/9/07
On the Move: Artemisia located at 115 Cedar Ave has relocated to a larger retail store directly across the street at 116 Cedar Ave. They can be reached at (630) 377-6406.
2/2/07
Nothing new this week.
1/26/07
Nothing new this week.
1/19/07
Nothing new this week.
1/12/07
Nothing new this week.
1/5/07
Now Open: Hunter’s Restaurant (Steak, Chop, Fish House) located at 305 W. Main St. (next to Scotland Yard). They can be reached at (630) 444-1835.
Now Open: Forum Financial Management, LLC. located at 1 W. Illinois St., Ste. 130. (Located in Fox Island Square) They can be reached at (630) 443-6786.
1/6/06
Nothing new this week.
West Gateway/ Randall Road Corridor
12/21/07
Nothing new this week.
12/14/07
Nothing new this week.
12/7/07
Nothing new this week.
11/30/07
Nothing new this week.
11/21/07
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there are no updates this week.
11/16/07
Physician’s Express, 2000 W. Main St., Ste. M, 630-584-9242.
Aldi, 2670 W. Main St., 630-377-0584.
Beverly Hills Tan, 1930 W. Main St., 630-513-0011.
Medical Mart, 855 S. Randall (in the Meijer Store) 630-584-6644.
11/9/07
Nothing new this week.
11/2/07
Nothign new this week.
10/26/07
Nothing new this week.
10/19/07
Nothing new this week.
10/12/07
Now Open-
Fiat Financial, 552 S Randall Rd., 630-443-1200
Dr. James Judge, (Chiropractic Medicine), 2422 W Main St., Ste. 4A, 630-252-7917
At their new location-
Ginger’s Glass Art & Collectibles, 1980 W Main St., 630-513-8920
10/5/07
Nothing new this week.
9/28/07
Nothing new this week.
9/21/07
Nothing new this week.
9/14/07
Nothing new this week.
9/7/07
Soon to be open in their new space - Tony & Friends Art Studio, 761 N 17th St., #25. They can be reached at 377-5377.
8/31/07
Nothing new this week.
8/24/07
Nothing new this week.
8/17/07
Nothing new this week.
8/10/07
Nothing new this week.
8/3/07
Randall Road Storage Center, located at 248 N Randall Rd. has changed ownership and with a new name – Simply Self Storage. They can be reached at the same phone number (630) 443-3685.
Now Open! Valley Springs Auto Spa, 3255 W Main St (West Gate Shopping Center).
7/27/07
Nothing new this week.
7/20/07
Nothing new this week.
7/13/07
Sun Mechanical, is now open at 1900 E Tyler Road, Ste. 100. They are an HVAC Commercial Contractor and can be reached at 444-1774.
7/6/07
Relocated: The Hair Shoppe is open at their new location, 1421 W. Main Street. They can be reached at 513-1307.
6/29/07
Now Open: Angel Nails located inside the Meijer Store. They can be reached at 443-4697.
Coming Soon: General Parts, 1717 W. Main St (Omega Flooring formerly at this address)
6/22/07
Coming soon - Valley Springs Auto Spa, 3255 W Main St. (West Gate Shopping Center) and Fahrenheit Restaurant, 1890 W Main (between Oberweis Ice Cream and Starbucks).
New Location - Bella Bridal has opened at their new location, 2000 W Main St., Ste. H1. They can be reached at 443-9226.
6/15/07
Nothing new this week.
6/8/07
Coming Soon! Tri-City Fitness, 1505 W Main St. (Valley Shopping Center-former Power House Gym).
Now Open! Global Recruiters of Fox Valley at 2325 Dean St., Ste. 200. They can be reached at 377-0700 or www.grnfoxvalley.com.
6/1/07
Nothing new this week.
5/25/07
Nothing new this week.
5/18/07
Now Open: Hot Tubs, Etc. located at 761 N 17th St (Foundry Business Park). They can be reached at (630) 485-5000 or www.hot-tubs.com.
5/11/07
Nothing new this week.
5/4/07
Nothing new this week.
4/27/07
Nothing new this week.
4/20/07
Nothing new this week.
4/13/07
Nothing new this week.
4/6/07
Coming Soon: Wing Stop (West Towne Market - 1800 W Main).
3/30/07
Nothing new this week.
3/23/07
Now Open: American Music Institute(Music School) located at 214 S 3rd St. They can be reached at (630) 513-3001 or Mwww.amimusic.org.
3/16/07
Nothing new this week.
3/9/07
Nothing new this week.
3/2/07
New Ownership: St. Charles Gymnastics Academy, formerly St. Charles Gymnastics Club located at 720 N 17th St., Ste 3-4, 12-17 is now under new ownership. They can be reached at (630) 584-5544.
2/23/07
Now Open: Dibble Moving & Storage located at 1500 Foundry St., Ste. 12. They can be reached at 630-889-9999 or www.dibblemoving.com.
Now Open: Ebony & Ivory Associates LLC (tax preparation service) located at 2075 W Prairie St., Ste. 109. They can be reached at 630-762-9069.
Coming Soon: Learning Ascent Corporation is scheduled to open March 1st. (Tutoring/Supplemental Education K-12 grades) They are located at 720 N 17th St., Ste. 9 and can be reached at 630-587-2795 or www.learningascent.com.
2/16/07
Expanding: Olcott Plastics located at 602 N 12th St. has expanded their business to include 95 N 17th St. (warehouse storage). They can be reached at 630-584-0555.
Now Open: Wok N Roll Chinese Restaurant located at 902 S Randall Rd., Suite A. (Located next to Krispy Kreme donuts.) They can be reached at (630) 584-0888.
New Ownership: Mr. Samurai Sushi & Steak Japanese Restaurant located at 546 S Randall Rd is now under new ownership. They can be reached at (630) 762-8500.
2/9/07
Coming Soon: Starbucks Drive Thru located at 1910 W. Main St. (West Towne Market) is expected to open on February 9, 2007. They can be reached at (630) 584-0048.
Now Open: Scottrade, Inc. (financial services) located at 902 S Randall Rd., Ste D. (Located next to Krispy Krème Donuts) They can be reached at (630) 584-8439 or www.scottrade.com.
Now Open: SS Auto Repair has moved into their new location at 2010 W. Main St. (former Fox River Tire location at the NE corner of Randall/Rte 64). They can be reached at (630) 513-9991.
New Construction: Kane County Fairgrounds located at 931 S Randall Rd. is soon to begin the first phase of a complete renovation of the property that will include demolition of four existing buildings and replacement of those buildings with a new 56,000 square foot facility that will offer heating/air conditioning, exhibit hall enhancements, a 197 seat capacity in the center of the building and will provide office and meeting rooms on the 2nd floor. Completion is scheduled for summer of 2007.
2/2/07
Now Open: Cullotta’s Tack, Feed, & More located at 2015 Dean St., Ste. 7 in Randall Crossing Shopping Center. (Retail store specializing in equine supplies.) They can be reached at 630 513-0000.
1/26/07
Now Open: Pinnacle Performance located at 2015 W Dean St., Suite 7B. (Training Center for wrestlers) They can be reached at (630) 779-9908.
Now Open: Oberweis Ice Cream & Dairy Store located at 1800 W Main St. (West Towne Market) They can be reached at (630) 443-6666.
1/19/07
Coming Soon: Wok N Roll Chinese Restaurant located at 902 S Randall Rd., Ste. A (located next to Krispy Kreme donuts).
1/12/07
Nothing new this week.
1/5/07
Now Open: Rush Group Detailing an Automotive Cleaning and Detailing Center is located at 761 N 17th St., Ste 26. They can be reached at (630) 740-5600.
Now Open: Marshall Salon Services located at 1450 W. Main St., Ste F. They can be reached at (630) 584-7462 or www.marshallsalonservices.com.
Web Sites
12/21/07
The web sites are currently going through an end-of-the year cleaning. Broken links are being fixed and other information is in the process of being updated.
Frequent web site users will notice that the Council Update box on the City Administrator’s page has been changed to the Weekly Wire. Come January, this will be a new, weekly newsletter that will be posted on the site each week. It will contain updates and other newsworthy City information. A link to this weekly newsletter will also be posted on the City News page.
Also in January, the City Grapevine weekly updates on City projects will be eliminated. These types of updates will be included in the Weekly Wire instead.
The First Street groundbreaking photos have been posted on the 1st Street web site as a PowerPoint presentation and are now available for viewing. For those who have not visited the site for a couple of weeks, be sure to check out the new building elevations. Smaller files were recently posted and are more easily viewed.
12/14/07
Nothing new this week.
12/7/07
Nothing new this week.
11/30/07
Nothing new this week.
11/21/07
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there are no updates this week.
11/16/07
The December/January issues of From the Den City newsletter and the Business Beat business newsletter have been posted on the City’s web site. Link to both publications from the City News page.
11/9/07M
Nothing new this week.
10/26/07
Nothing new this week.
10/19/07
Nothing new this week.
10/12/07
Nothing new this week.
10/5/07
Title 17 of the City Code has been posted and is now live and available for viewing and searched along with the rest of the City Code.
9/28/07
The October/November issue of the City Newsletter and Business Beat have both been posted on the web site. Link to them from the City News page.
The 2007 Leaf Collection flyer, schedule and map are also posted on the City’s web site along with the October/November resident newsletter and on the City News page.
The list of auction items for the City’s annual auction has been posted on the Finance Department web site. Visit http://www.stcharlesil.org/departments/finance/CityAuction.html for details.
The organizational chart for the Public Works Department has been updated and now reflects the new structure of the department, which includes the Assistant Director of Public Works.
9/21/07
Nothing new this week.
9/14/07
Nothing new this week.
9/7/07
Fall is approaching quickly—check out the new electric and water/sewer safety tips for fall posted on the Public Works site (link from the City News page).
8/31/07
The web site for the City Administrator’s Office has been posted on the City’s web site. This new portion of the site features an overview of the City Administrator’s Office, community relations and communications activities, cable television franchise authority information, and a biography for City Administrator Brian Townsend.
The Public Works organizational chart has been updated and now reflects the new structure and position titles. Link to it from the Human Resources or Public Works Department pages.
The radio commercials for various shopping areas in St. Charles, most recently heard on 95.9 The River during their live downtown broadcast in July, have been posted on the First Street and St. Charles Community web sites. Visitors coming to St. Charles can now listen to these audio ads, telling them all about Century Corners, Fox Island Square, and Main Street. The Roz Varon visit to St. Charles, broadcast on Channel 7, is also posted on the St. Charles Community Web Site (on the “Visit St. Charles” page). This video is a wonderful way for visitors to see the true flavor and charm of the community.
8/24/07
Nothing new this week.
8/17/07
Nothing new this week.
8/10/07
The Current Development Report and interactive map have been updated on the Community Development Department portion of the City’s web site. Check out these reports for the latest updates on developments through St. Charles.
A new portion of the Community Development Department web site will highlight the City’s housing initiative and provide a wealth of information and resources on local housing. Look for this new portion of the site to launch early next week.
The City’s web site had 19,927 visitors in the month of July, 5,956 of which visited the site more than once. Visitors to the City’s site are spending an average of 11:37 minutes on the site. The most popular pages are job postings, Community Profile, Business Listing search, officials page, maps, departments, Contact the City, utility bills online and the City Code. Most of our visitors come directly to the City’s site, but 4,031 of them found us through Google. The most popular files downloaded from the site were the Zoning Ordinance, application for swimming pools permit, and the Current Development Report.
8/3/07
Nothing new this week.
7/27/07
Many minor updates have been made to the City and Community web sites this week. Broken links and closed businesses were removed from the Community Web Site. Additional links were also added to the pages for the local organizations, including the Heritage Center, Chamber, Visitors Bureau and Downtown Partnership.
Updated staff information has been posted on the City’s web site. We are also working on updating the Public Works organizational chart. The first draft of the City Administrator’s web site is complete and being proofed and reviewed now. It should be ready to go live soon.
New maps have been posted on the 1st Street web site. The updated maps indicate the new road construction schedule and area parking lots with time limits and number of stalls.
7/20/07
Nothing new this week.
7/13/07
The newest parking maps and information on 95.9 The River’s “Day in St. Charles” has been posted on the 1st Street web site.
7/6/07
Nothing new this week.
6/29/07
The pictures on the Fire Department Stations and Apparatus page have been updated—visit http://www.stcharlesil.org/departments/Fire/DepartmentOverview/stationsandapparatus.html to see all of the latest photos of fire engines and other pieces of equipment.
The Community Profile is also being updated and should be completed next week.
6/22/07
Nothing this week.
6/15/07
The live, streaming web cam of 1st Street has been popular and slowed up the City’s web site and staff Internet access a bit. Due to bandwidth limitations, the live web cam can be viewed by no more than 8 people at the same time. The still snapshots are updated every 15 seconds, with no limitations on viewing, and may be a good choice for people with dial-up connections and those who wish to view progress without waiting for their turn at the live web cam.
The St. Charles Fire Department web site has had many updates, including new charts, fire loss reports, apparatus photos, staff updates, and more. Look for new fire incident photos in the photo gallery and a new section for the Emergency Management Agency coming soon.
6/8/07
The newest Business Retention Survey results have been added to the web site on the “Get Involved” page.
Also, visit the Human Resources section of the web site to view the City and department organizational charts, as these have now been updated.
6/1/07
The St. Charles Community Web Site has a new address! The new address is shorter and easier to remember . . . http://www.stcharlesil.info/. Be sure to visit the site this week and play the June Trivia Contest! This month’s sponsor is Eliza Jane, who is providing the prize of a free Girly-Girl Facial (valued at $35).
The results of the 2007 Priorities Survey have been posted on the City’s web site on the “Get Involved” page. The presentation given to the City Council on the results is also available there for viewing.
5/25/07
Introducing . . . the new and improved St. Charles Community Web Site! It’s all St. Charles, all the time! The new site features new graphics and new, easier navigation. All of your favorite information is still there, too—the Community Calendar, Community Bulletin Board, Marketplace, and lots of links. Best of all, it contains only local, St. Charles resources. It was created and is administered by your local governments, so it is the most complete, reliable resource for local links, information, and activities in your own community. Be sure to check out the new Community Bulletin Board—it’s free and a great place to post or find notices, garage sales, stuff for sale, local job postings, and much more. The more you use it, the more valuable it becomes. Check it out today . . . and tomorrow . . . and the next day . . .! This site was created just for you, so comments, questions, and suggestions are welcome at info@st-charles.il.us.
5/18/07
The new and much improved St. Charles Community Web Site is live! Please visit www.st-charles.il.us to see our new look and easier navigation.
5/11/07
The new design of the Community Web Site has been approved and completed. The new and improved site should be live next week!
5/4/07
The newest Zoning Map has been posted on the Community Development Department’s home page.
Also, due to recent changes in permit application fees that took effect May 1, the permit application forms online have been updated and are now current.
4/27/07
Nothing new this week.
4/20/07
The Police Department web site has been updated with the names and photos of officers recently sworn in. This page also include photos of the newly sworn-in members of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, the Commendation Award given to Detective Jerry Gatlin, and the Medal of Valor award given to Officer Richard Clark.
The St. Charles Community Web Site is in the process of getting a facelift. New graphics and navigation on the site are in progress now that will give the site a fresh new look and make it easier for visitors to navigate. We should be able to unveil the new site in May.
4/13/07
The online City Code has been updated and all revisions made up to April 1. Work on Title 17 is ongoing in order to reformat it to match the rest of the City’s code and allow for posting on the web site to enable key word searches.
The Fire Department web site is also in the process of being updated. The staff page has been updated and the most recent annual report posted. Work on the training, apparatus and photo gallery pages is progressing.
The Economic Development Department home page has been updated as well with some new photos and links to community resources.
4/6/07
The new 1st Street Public Space Committee has been added to the Meetings page. Agendas and minutes for all of these public meetings will be posted and available there.
3/30/07
The Spring Cleanup, Brush Pickup and Hydrant Flushing dates and details have been updated on the City’s web site. Links to all three of these pages can be found easily on the City News page.
The April/May issue of the Business Beat has also been posted on the Economic Development Department’s home page, and the April/May issue of the City newsletter is in the process of being posted online now.
3/23/07
Nothing new this week.
3/16/07
Nothing new this week.
3/9/07
The online City Code has been updated and is current except for Title 17. Due to the size of this revision, the code update is taking longer than usual but will be completed as quickly as possible.
3/2/07
A review of the agendas and minutes in 2006 has been completed and missing minutes have been posted. An archive of past public meeting agendas and minutes is available on the Meetings page of the City’s web site for reference and research.
The City’s public meeting calendar, also accessible from the Meetings page of the City’s web site, has been updated and is a great way to view all of the upcoming public meetings.
2/23/07
Nothing new this week.
2/16/07
Nothing new this week.
2/9/07
The February/March issue of the City newsletter has been posted on the web site and is available for viewing. The current Business Beat has also been posted.
Work has begun to update the City Code online. The code has not been updated for quite some time, so it will take some time to catch up with the revisions. February work on the web site will focus on bringing this up to date.
The Current Development Report and Map have been updated in the Planning section of the Community Development Department site. Work is also in progress to update the Construction Projects map.
12/29/06
Any new developments related to the Web Sites is on hold until February 2007.
12/21/07
Nothing this week.
12/14/07
For the week of December 17, the Electric Division is beginning to cut over the businesses on Main Street to the new system installed for the 1st Street Redevelopment Project. These changes will be coordinated over the next few weeks with the business owners. Electric work continues at the Benchmark Center on West Main Street, upgrade work at the Dukane Substation also continues, as does the change out of poles in various locations. New fiber is being installed along Oak Street and West Main Street. The Meter and Communication Divisions schedule includes fiber splicing and new meter installations at the Kane County Fairgrounds. The quarterly review of street light outages is also underway.
The Street Division will be moving from the temporary facilities at the former IDOT Garage to their new space at the Public Works Facility. Also planned is the removal of an ash tree on Ash Street. Following removal the tree will be scraped and inspected for indications of the Emerald Ash Borer. Crews will be picking up and storing all gatorbags, pouring concrete caps needed following the two water main breaks and mixing salt with geo-melt. If there is a sufficient thaw, crews will return to leaf pick-up.
The Sewer Division will be performing maintenance at the new Public Work Facility for set-up of the new sewer shop area and vehicle maintenance. Also planned are TV inspections of sanitary sewers and storm sewer inspections. Sanitary sewer flushing, locations and plan reviews are ongoing.
The Water Division work includes preventative maintenance on the chlorination systems at the well houses and assisting the cell tower contractor at Campton Hills Water Tower. Crews will be inspecting and assisting in the relocation of the water main at 1st and Illinois Avenues. Also planned is the set-up of the water shop and storage areas in the new Public Works Facility.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
12/7/07
For the week of December 10, the Electric Division continues work on the First Street Redevelopment Project in the area of Francesca’s and Valley Lock and also at Benchmark Center. Also scheduled is the continuation of fiber installation in the Dean Street area, cable replacement in the Whittington Course and North Tyler areas as well as pole change outs at various locations. The Meter and Communication Divisions will be performing meter maintenance and change outs, fiber splicing in various areas and wireless installation work at City Hall.
The Street Division will be trimming trees on Cumberland Green Drive to provide clearance for the snow plows and picking up and storing all gatorbags. Crews will also be working on concrete caps following two water main breaks and cleaning at the Public Works Annex garage. If the snow melts sufficiently, crews will again return to leaf pick-up.
The Water Division will be working on monthly preventative maintenance and well house maintenance. Crews will be assisting the contractor on 1st and Illinois Avenues relocating a water main. In addition, setup of the water shop and storage areas at the new Public Works Facility will take place. New construction activities are planned at the Kane County Fairgrounds, Legacy Business Park, West Towne Market and on the Randall Road construction punch list.
The Sewer Division will be performing maintenance at the new Public Work Facility building including floor preparation and sealing, setup of the new sewer shop area and vehicle maintenance. Also planned are TV inspections of both storm and sanitary sewers. Sanitary sewer flushing, locations and plan reviews are ongoing.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
11/30/07
For the week of December 3, the Electric Division continues work on the First Street Redevelopment Project, the new facilities for the Benchmark Centre pole change outs in various locations throughout the City. Also scheduled is the installation of new fiber cable near Dean Street and 7th Street. The Meter and Communication Divisions continue with change outs, new meter installations and other routine activities.
The Street Division will continue with the third round of leaf pickup, weather permitting. Crews will be working on the maintenance punch list for 1st Street and on Illinois Street. Also planned work to begin removing and scraping Ash trees that are being used as trap trees for Emerald Ash Borer.
The Water Division will be working on monthly and quarterly preventative maintenance. Crews will also be working on block heater repairs on Generator #8, new garage set up and various distribution system valve repairs. New construction work will be done at the St. Charles Bank, Fairgrounds and Bench Mark Medical.
The Sewer Division will be performing TV inspections of both storm and sanitary sewers Also planned are sanitary sewer flushing and garage maintenance at the new Public Works Facility. Locations and plan reviews are ongoing.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
11/21/07
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there are no updates this week.
11/16/07
For the week of November 19, the Electric Division continues work on the 1st Street Redevelopment Project, the new facilities for the Benchmark Center near Peck and West Main and pole change outs in various locations throughout the City. The holiday decorations are nearing completion and will be ready for lighting on November 23. The Meter and Communication Divisions continue with change outs and other routine activities.
The Street Division will continue leaf pick-up in Area 5 on Monday, on both the east and west sides of town. Other planned activity includes the watering of the newly planted trees (approximately 400).
The Water Division schedule includes replacement of brine tank hatches at Well #8, chlorine leak alarm replacement at Well #3. Also planned is a water main exploratory dig at Glenbriar Court and a budget presentation. New construction inspections are scheduled for the Main Street Center and Foundry Business Park.
The Sewer Division will be installing the storm sewer at the new Public Works Facility addition. Also planned are storm sewer TV inspections, sanitary sewer flushing and sump pump line connections. Locations and plan reviews are ongoing.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
R11/9/07
For the week of November 12, the Electric Division continues work on the First Street Redevelopment and the new facilities for Bench Mark Center near Peck and West Main and the facilities upgrade near Lazarus House continues as well. The Electric and Communications Division are pulling new fiber in several locations to reinforce our fiber backbone. The Electric and Water Meter Division s are working on new business, change outs and other normal activities.
The Street Division will continue leaf pick-up in Area 3 on Monday and Area 4 on Thursday, on both the east and west sides of town. Other planned activities include the conclusion of the fall tree planting at The Reserve of St. Charles and blacktop patching at the Public Works Facility. The final brush pick-up for the season is scheduled for the west side of town.
The Water Division schedule includes replacing the level sensors at Well #8, chlorine lead alarm replacement at Well #3 and MSDS training. Also planned is a water main exploratory dig at Glenbriar Court, a re-inspection of the Randall Road water main project, and valve repairs at various sites in the City. New construction inspections are scheduled for the Kane County Fairgrounds and Foxwood Square.
The Sewer Division will be installing the storm sewer at the new Public Works Facility addition. Also planned are storm and sanitary sewer TV inspections, storm sewer flushing and the sanitary sewer flushing 5-year program. Locations, inspections, plan reviews and vehicle maintenance are ongoing.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
11/2/07
For the week of November 5, the Electric Division will continue work on the 1st Street Propjet with preparation for the cutover of the Main Street Businesses to the new transformer.
Other scheduled work includes cable replacement along Randall Road near Red Haw, maintenance work at the DuKane substation, and holiday decoration installation. The Meter and Communication Divisions are working on the new Corby equipment for the Police Department, holiday light installations and meter change outs.
The Street Division will continue leaf pick-up in Area 1 on Monday and Area 2 on Wednesday, on both the east and west sides of town. Other planned activities include fall tree planting at The Reserve of St. Charles, preparing trucks for the snow and ice season, stump grinding in town and restoration at the Public Works Garage. The final brush pick-up is scheduled for the east side of town.
The Sewer Division will be working on sanitary sewer maintenance program, including cleaning and televising. Crews will also be working on storm sewer cleaning and inspection. Other scheduled activities include locations, plan reviews, inspections, and vehicle and pump maintenance.
The Water Division schedule includes installing level sensors at Reservoir #8, miscellaneous hydrant repairs throughout town and monthly preventative maintenance. Also planned are repairs to the well houses exterior lighting and a hydrant replacement on Hawkins Court. New construction inspections are scheduled for the Hampton Inn, Kane County Fairgrounds and the 1st Street Redevelopment Project.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
10/26/07
For the week of October 29, the Electric Division is completing work along Randall Road north of Dean Street which will complete the electric improvements associated with the road widening and bike tunnel work. On 1st Street, crews will be concentrating on preparation for removal of overhead lines south of Indiana. Holiday decoration activities are underway on Main Street. The Meter and Communication Division will continue change outs and new installations.
The Street Division will continue leaf pick-up in Area 4 on Monday, Area 5 on Wednesday and Area 2 on Friday. Fall tree planting is underway. Other planned activities include sign work and miscellaneous blacktop and concrete patching.
The Sewer Division will be working on storm sewer TV inspections and storm and sanitary sewer flushing. Other scheduled activity includes storm sewer repairs on Fox Glade Court and sanitary manhole and service line connection at the new Public Works Garage. Locations, plan reviews and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division schedule includes chemical feed revisions at Well #8, miscellaneous hydrant repairs, annual P.R.V. maintenance and hydrant painting. New construction activities are scheduled for the Hampton Inn, St. Charles Bank, Kane County Fairgrounds, Randall Road and the 1st Street Redevelopment Project.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
10/19/07
For the week of October 22, the Electric Division work in the 1st Street area will concentrate on the street controllers and street lights; work for service at the Blue Goose and in the Brownstone area has been completed New facility work continues at the Benchmark Center near Main Street and Peck Road. The Line and Streets Divisions will begin installing street light pole decorations in preparation for the holidays.
The Street Division will begin this year’s Leaf Pick-up Program in Area I on Monday, Area II on Wednesday and Area III on Friday. Crews will also complete asphalt patching at Fire Station #2, the Public Works Compound and also patching in areas following Sewer and Water Division repairs. Other scheduled activities include curb replacement on Kensington, curb repairs on 8th and Oak and 3rd and Mosedale and fall tree planting on the East side of town.
The Sewer Division will be working on storm sewer TV inspections and storm sewer installation on Fox Glade Court. Sanitary sewer flushing, storm sewer flushing, locations, plan reviews and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division schedule includes service repairs on the South 7th Avenue and PRV installation at 10th Street and West Main. New construction activities are scheduled for the Leroy Oaks, Home Town Storage, the 1st Street Project, and Route 31 widening. In addition, preventative maintenance activities and hydrant painting in the southwest quadrant of town and Main Street are planned.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
10/12/07
For the week of October 15, the Electric Division will continue to work in the First Street area with the transfer of the Main Street businesses to the new transformer and the conversion of the Brownstone single-phase loops. New facility work at the Kane County Fairgrounds is still underway and is beginning in the Benchmark Centre area just east of Peck Road on West Main Street. In preparation for the holidays, the hoops are being installed for decoration on Main Street. The new substation site in Legacy Park has been landscaped and the retaining walls along the driveway have been completed in preparation for paving next spring. Meter and Communications are doing electric and water meter change outs and other normal activities.
The Street Division will be patching blacktop at Fire Station #2, patching the 12th Avenue trench behind the Sewer Division and asphalt patching at the Public Works Compound. Curb and sidewalk replacement at Sedgewick Circle and curb replacement on Edgewild are scheduled. Other scheduled activities include HSO paving of streets, preparation for fall tree planting and sidewalk repairs on Route 31 between Carroll Towers and Salerno’s.
The Sewer Division will be working on storm sewer TV inspection for the McKinley drainage basin, storm catch basin repair at Ronzheimer and manhole installation for the new garage sanitary sewer. Sanitary sewer flushing, storm sewer flushing and cleaning, locations, plan reviews and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division schedule includes service repairs on 8th Street, PRV replacement at 10th Street and West Main, and well house preventative maintenance. New construction activities are scheduled for the 1st Street Project, Kane County Fairgrounds Expo Center, and Route 31 widening. In addition, brine piping revisions at Well #8 and hydrant painting in the southwest quadrant of town are planned.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
10/5/07
For the week of October 8, the Electric Division work on the 1st Street Project will be concentrated on rebuilding the feeds in the Brownstone area and the new street lighting. Work continues at the Jaws Carwash with new service installation and an upgrade of facilities at the Kane County Fairgrounds. Meter and Communications are doing electric and water meter change outs and other normal activities.
The Street Division will be working on pouring curbs and preparing for blacktop at Fire Station #2, paving the 12th Avenue trench behind the Sewer Division and asphalt patching at the Public Works Compound. Restoration work at Oak and Randall Road is planned. Other scheduled activities include completion of stump grinding in preparation for fall tree planting and clean-up following the Scarecrow Festival.
The Sewer Division will be working on storm sewer installations on North 12th Avenue. Also scheduled are sanitary manhole placement at the City garage complex, sump line install/hook-up at 928 South 3rd Street and record keeping of the storm inspection at the west side drainage basin. The sanitary sewer flushing program, locations, plan reviews and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division schedule includes abandonment of three water mains at the Public Works Garage, valve repairs on South 10th Street, an inspection at the Reserve of St. Charles and revision of the chemical feed system for Well #8. New construction activities are scheduled for the Hampton Inn, the 1st Street Project, Kane County Fairgrounds Expo Center, Benchmark Center and Route 31 widening. In addition, hydrant painting in the southwest quadrant of town will continue weather permitting.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
9/28/07
For the week of October 1, the Electric Division continues on schedule on the First Street Project with relocation of poles along South 2nd Street. New facilities installations also continue at the Jaws Car Wash and the new bank on Foxfield. Meter and Communications are doing electric and water meter change outs and other normal activities.
The Street Division will be working on pouring curbs and blacktop patching at Fire Station #2. Curbs will also be poured at the Public Works Garage and on Ash Street. Restoration work will be done on Redgate Road and at 1519 East Main Street. Crews will also be doing stump grinding and Scarecrow Festival setup. Preparation work for fall planting and leaf pickup will begin.
The Sewer Division will be working on storm sewer installations on North 12th Avenue and completion of the MFT mortar list. Also scheduled are sanitary manhole placement at the City garage complex and sump line install/hook-up at 928 South 3rd Street. The sanitary sewer flushing program, locations, plan reviews and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division schedule includes service repairs on 13th Avenue, valve repairs on 10th Street and a flow test at 5th Street and West Main Street. New construction activities are scheduled for the Hampton Inn, the 1st Street Project and Route 31 widening. Monthly preventative maintenance, quarterly preventative maintenance and hydrant painting in the southwest quadrant of town are also planned.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
9/21/07
For the week of September 24, the Electric Division continues on schedule on the First Street Project with work in the rear of the Main Street businesses. The conduit installation in this area is expected to continue for another week or so, before cable work can begin. Work also continues at the new Jaws Car Wash on East Main Street, and the new bank on Foxfield. Work is underway relocating poles along Rt. 31 for the road-widening project. The Meter Division is working on meter change outs and new installation work. The Communications Division continues working on wireless at the Public Works Garage, Corby maintenance and fiber GIS mapping.
The Street Division concrete crews will be busy with curb improvements at the Public Works Garage, at Fox Glen Court and at Fire Station #2. Other Street Division projects include restoration work on Red Gate Road following a Sewer Division project, HSO grinding streets, tagging fall trees for planting, continued work on tri-fold stop signs and the St. Charles East Homecoming Parade. Asphalt patching is scheduled for the railroad crossing on Ohio Avenue and also on McKinley and Ash Streets.
The Sewer Division will be working on storm sewer installations on Ash and McKinley Streets, north 12th Street, and Fire Station #2. The sanitary sewer flushing program, locations, plan reviews and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division will perform inspections on Jaws Car Wash and Zylstra. In addition, crews will be working on service repairs on N. 12th Avenue, valve repairs on 10th and Illinois Streets, hydrant repairs and chemical distribution. New construction activities are scheduled for the Kane County Fairgrounds Exposition Center, the 1st Street Project and Route 31 widening.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
9/14/07
The Electric Division has removed the overhead lines north of Illinois in the First Street Project, with all the existing lines in that area being converted to underground. First Street work remains on schedule. New installation activities continue at the new bank on Foxfield Drive, Jaws Car Wash and other locations. Reconductoring work is underway in the area of Stone Drive. The water and electric meter change out work continues along with new installations and normal activities. The Communication Division is involved in the installation of wireless equipment at the Public Works Building for Internet access and cell phones.
The Street Division concrete crews will be busy with curb improvements along Edgewild and Kensington Courts. They will also be evident on Oak Street west of Randall Road along the 3000 block of Fox Glen Court, at the Public Works Compound with curb improvements and at Fire Station #2. Other Street Division projects include repairs at the railroad crossing on Ohio Avenue and Kirk Road. Asphalt patching of north 9th Avenue and continued tree removals from the August 24th storm are also planned for Street crews.
The Sewer Division will be working on a storm sewer replacement on Ash Street and a storm sewer repair at 310 Rita Avenue. Crews are scheduled to raise manhole frames on 7th and Horne Streets, 7th and Mosedale Streets, 6th and Horne Streets and 6th and Mosedale Streets. The sanitary sewer flushing program, locations, plan reviews and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division will perform inspections on Sidwell Court and East Gate Commons. In addition, crews will be working on water main repairs on N. 6th Street and service repairs on Waverly Circle, Traditions Blvd. and S. 10th Avenue. New construction activities are scheduled for the Kane County Fairgrounds Exposition Center, Hampton Inn and Route 31 widening.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
9/7/07
For the week of September 10, the Electric Division new service improvements along First Street will continue. Street light work will also continue in the Pine Ridge Park project. The meter and Communication Division will continue with water and electric meter change outs along with upgrading the wireless phone capabilities at the Public Works Renovation Project.
The Street Division will be evident with repairs at the railroad crossing at North 9th Avenue along with curb improvements on Industrial Drive, Edgewild Court and Remington Court. Asphalt repairs will begin at 1819 East Main Street along with curb installation at the Public Works Garage. Crews will also be busy trimming parkway trees along Patricia Lane, removing trees damaged during the August 23rd storm and finishing stump grinding of previously removed parkway trees.
The Sewer Division will be working on McKinley Street and Ash Street and at 3002 Fox Glen Drive installing storm sewers. Storm sewer repairs are scheduled for 310 Rita Avenue, 7th and Cutler Streets, 7th and Mosedale Streets, 7th and Horne Streets and 6th and Mosedale Streets. The sanitary sewer trouble spot flushing program, locations and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division will perform an inspection on the Randall Road improvements. In addition, crews will be working on leak report repairs, hydrant repairs and preventative maintenance at the well houses. New construction activities are scheduled for the 1st Street Project, Kane County Fairgrounds Exposition Center, Hampton Inn and the St. Charles Bank and Trust.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
8/31/07
For the week of September 3, the Electric Division continues on schedule with the current First Street improvements in the area behind the Main Street businesses. Other First Street work will continue to progress toward removal of the existing overhead lines along Indiana and Illinois Streets. Pine Ridge Park work will continue as will the duct bank work along Randall Road. The Meter and Communications Division is working on security door systems, installing wireless equipment in the Public Works Building and normal meter upgrades.
The Street Division will continue with asphalt patching on Patricia Lane, Horne Street, Well #11 on 5th Avenue and along 4th Street from Horne to McKinley. Curb improvements will also be evident on Industrial Drive and at Fire Station #2. Other Street Division tasks will include clearing brush at Well #11 and repairs to all fold-up stop signs throughout the City.
The Sewer Division will be working on McKinley Street between Ash Street and Elm Street installing sanitary sewers. Sanitary sewer repairs are scheduled for 9th Street and Cedar Streets. Crews will also be working on storm sewer repairs at 3002 Fox Glen Drive. The sanitary sewer flushing program, locations and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division will install a flow meter at Well #9 and reservoir level sensors at Well 3/4.
Inspections will be conducted at the Reserves of St. Charles and the Porter Business Park. New construction activities are scheduled for the 1st Street Project, Kane County Fairgrounds Exposition Center, Hampton Inn and the St. Charles Bank.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
8/24/07
For the week of August 27, the Electric Division will continue an all out effort in the First Street area to stay on schedule in spite of the wet weather. Pine Ridge Park is back in the schedule with street lighting and service work. The relocations of the existing duct bank along Randall Road, just north of Dean Street, required for the new bike path is also underway. Substation and communications maintenance activities continue, as does routine meter work.
The Street Division will complete grinding of all tree stumps that were in the City’s parkways and also complete trimming along Pendleton Court. Curb replacement work will take place on Patricia Lane, South 4th Street and Industrial Drive along with concrete and asphalt improvement on McKinley Drive. The asphalt crew will also be working on Cedar Avenue, Patricia Lane and on Royal St. George. Other street tasks scheduled for this week include clearing brush at Well #9 and sidewalk surveys and evaluations in the southwest quadrant.
The Sewer Division will be installing sanitary sewers on McKinley Street between Ash Street and Elm Street. Sanitary sewer repairs are scheduled for Cedar Avenue. Crews will also be working on sanitary sewer manhole replacements at 9th and Cedar Avenues as well as 1st Street inspections. The sanitary sewer flushing program, locations, plan reviews and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division will install chemical feed revisions at Well #8 and will be landscaping at various locations throughout the city. Water main repair is scheduled for Cedar and 4th Streets. Crews will continue working on fire hydrant painting in the southwest quadrant of the city, as well as hydrant repairs, leak surveys repairs and monthly preventative maintenance.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
8/17/07
For the week of August 20, the Electric Division will continue with work on the 1st Street project, as underground work is completed in the area of the new parking garage. Two or three line crews are expected to be working full time in this area. Other activities include street light work and new services in the Pine Ridge area. The Meter and Communications Divisions are working on electric meter change outs in the Mall. Crews will also be working on water meter change outs at various locations and Corby security door work.
The Street Division will be clearing brush from the road at Well #11 in preparation for resurfacing. The concrete crews will be busy with curb improvements on Cedar Avenue and Indiana Avenue and also curb repairs in the downtown area, weather permitting. Crews will also be backfilling with black dirt behind new curbs. The asphalt crews will be patching on Marion Avenue, Cedar Avenue between 9th and 11th Avenues and Indiana Avenue from 10th to 14th Avenues. Other Street Division tasks include continued stump grinding throughout the City and tree trimming on Pendleton Court and Easton Place.
The Sewer Division will be working on McKinley Street between Ash Street and 2nd Street. Storm sewer repairs are scheduled for Meadow Drive at Crane Road, and also King George Lane. Crews will also be working on repairs on Indiana Avenue east of 3rd Avenue and Industrial Drive, time and weather permitting. The sanitary sewer flushing program, locations and inspections will also continue.
The Water Division will perform service repairs on the 1100 block of South 5th Street, the 1400 block of South 4th Street and the 300 block of South 3rd Avenue. Hydrant repairs will take place on 2nd Streets at Bowman Street and on Country Club Rd. New construction inspections will take place at the Kane County Fairgrounds and on Randall Road and on South 5th Street. Crews will continue working on fire hydrant painting in the southeast quadrant of the city, as well as hydrant repairs, leak surveys and leak repairs.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
8/10/07
For the week of August 13, the Electric Division will continue with work in the First Street area near Walnut and Indiana Streets. New service improvements have been completed for the new car rental agency on East Main Street and for the new Jaws car wash. Underground cable boring will be scheduled to replace a section of cable that failed near Wendy’s driveway. New service work and other normal activities will also continue. The Meter and Communications Divisions will continue with meter change outs, new meters and communication system maintenance.
The Street Division will continue with street paving on Roosevelt Street and along South 10th Street. Driveway apron paving will be evident on North 6th Avenue, Marion Avenue and Ohio Avenue. Curb improvements will begin along Indiana Avenue and Cedar Avenue, along with the concrete pad at the Heritage Museum for the “Bell” monument. Other Street Division tasks will include downtown curb repairs, stump grinding on the west side of town, brush cleanup at Well #9 and assorted tree removals.
The Sewer Division will be performing Motor Fuel Tax related repairs on sanitary sewers located on Indiana Avenue from 11th to 12th Avenues and Industrial Drive. Additional MFT work includes storm sewer repairs on Patricia Lane and storm culvert replacement on Kensington Place. Crews will also be evident working on the 5-year sanitary sewer flushing and maintenance program. Normal inspection, locations and plan reviews will continue.
The Water Division hydrant painters have moved into the last quadrant of the City and will continue fire hydrant painting in the southwest quadrant. Crews will also repair a water service leak at 1402 S. 4th Street and rebuild two valve vaults at Swenson and Stetson Avenues. In addition, sampling will be done on the replacement water main at the north dead end of South 5th Street. Fire hydrant repairs will continue as well as routine water quality testing and plant controls.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
8/3/07
For the week of August 6, the Electric Division will continue with improvements in the First Street area. Electric facilities will be installed for the new car wash and rental office of East Main Street. Electric has completed a street light outage survey and are in the process of repairing the thirty or so lights identified. The Communications Division will be working on new security door installations at the Public Works garage and fiber upgrades at the school district. The Meter Division will continue with new installations and the replacement programs.
The Street Division will be preparing for the upcoming contractual grinding of all City streets prior to their asphalt overlays. The concrete crews will be busy with curb improvements on North 6th Avenue and along Allen Lane. The asphalt crews will be evident on the driveway aprons on 10th Street. Other Street Division tasks will include stump grinding throughout the City, sign maintenance in the southwest quadrant of town, GPSing all parkway trees in the downtown area and along the Riverwalk, tree removal on Redgate Road and cleanup of trees at Well #11 prior to paving improvements.
The Sewer Division will be performing Motor Fuel Tax related repairs on storm sewers located on Indiana Avenue, Industrial Drive and both 9th Avenue and Cedar Avenue. Crews will also be evident working on the sanitary sewer flushing and maintenance program. Normal inspection, locations and plan reviews will continue.
The Water Division will continue working on fire hydrant painting in the southeast quadrant of the city and start painting in the southwest quadrant. Crews also be performing various hydrant repairs, summer leak repairs and various valve repairs. In addition, a broken valve at Fellows Street from 4th Street to 7th Street will be replaced.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
7/27/07
For the week of July 30 the Street Division will complete the second asphalt lift on Union Avenue. Crews will also be busy with concrete improvements on 10th Street along with driveway aprons on Ohio Avenue and Evergreen Street. Parkway tree trimming will continue in the Redgate Subdivision and along Red Haw Lane and Wildwood Drive. Other street division tasks will include cleanup and mulching at downtown city parking lots, sign maintenance in the southwest quadrant of town and railing maintenance in the River Court lot.
The Sewer Division will be performing Motor Fuel Tax related repairs on storm and sanitary sewers located on Indiana Avenue between 10th Avenue and 14th Avenue and also on Cedar Avenue between North 11th and North 9th Avenues. Inspections related to the First Street Redevelopment project, locations and the sanitary flushing program will also continue.
The Electric Line Division will continue on the installation of infrastructure for the First Street project, specifically completion of the new underground duct between Walnut and Illinois Streets. New business projects for Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Jaws Carwash and Benchmark Medical Center are also on the calendar. The Meter and Communications Division will continue on an aggressive water and electric meter replacement plan.
The Water Department will be working on fire hydrant replacement at 4th and Indiana Avenues. Crews will be training on line locating equipment and fire hydrant painting and new construction testing and inspections. Repair of a water service leak will be done at 1400 Elm Street. Other Water Division tasks will include daily well house maintenance and operations, JULIE locations and some fire hydrant repairs.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
7/20/07
For the week of July 23, the Street Division will complete the second lift of asphalt on Union Avenue. Asphalt improvements will also continue on McKinley, Evergreen, Roosevelt and Jobe Avenue. The concrete crews will be evident with curb and sidewalk improvements along South 10th Street, North 6th Avenue and Marion Avenue. Street crews will also continue with cleanup and mulching at all downtown parking lots. Crews will also be busy with parkway tree trimming on Abbeywood Drive and Pendleton Court. In addition, all street signs in the southwest quadrant of town will continue to be inspected and upgraded as needed.
The Electric Division will continue with pole change outs and new services. First Street improvements continue near Indiana Avenue. The meter and Communications Divisions will continue with meter change outs, School District fiber upgrades and door security work.
The Sewer Division will be performing storm sewer installation on 10th and Fellows Streets. Work under the MFT Program will include sanitary sewer repairs on 6th Avenue and Marion Avenue and 9th Avenue and Cedar Avenue, and storm sewer repairs on Indiana Avenue. Crews will also be working on the sanitary sewer-flushing 5-year program, performing locations, plan reviews and inspections.
The Water Division will be repairing valve vaults on Swenson Avenue, replacing a fire hydrant on Indiana Avenue at 4th Avenue and continuing hydrant painting in the southeast quadrant of town. Crews will also perform the normal locations and pump house maintenance. New construction inspections and assistance are scheduled at various projects around town.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
7/13/07
For the week of July 16 the Electric Division will continue work on 1st Street in the area of the Private Bank and Trust and the foot bridge at Indiana Street. The cable replacement in the Whittington Circle area will also continue as will the new service work and pole replacements. A city wide street lighting survey will be done in the next few weeks to find burned out lights. The Communications Division will be working to repair damage to the fiber system and upgrades relative to the construction at Davis School. The Electric and Water Meter Divisions will continue with routine change-outs and upgrades.
The Street Division will continue with our MFT (Motor Fuel Tax) Program with paving on Union Avenue. Asphalt patching will also continue on Jobe Avenue, Adams Avenue, Ohio Avenue, and Roosevelt Street. Concrete crews will also be evident with curb and sidewalk improvements on 10th Street from Fellows to Horne Streets. Crews will also be trimming parkway trees throughout the City.
The Sewer Division will be performing storm sewer installation on 10th and Fellows Streets. Work under the MFT Program will include sanitary sewer installation on Roosevelt Street at Ash Street and storm and sanitary repairs on Marion and 6th Street. Crews will also be working on the sanitary sewer-flushing program, performing locations, plan reviews and inspections.
The Water Division will be performing MFT work on Indiana Avenue and conducting a service repair on Moore Avenue. Both hydrant repairs and valve repairs will be conducted at various locations. Crews will be working on hydrant painting in the southeast quadrant of the City.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
7/6/07
For the week of July 9 the Street Division will complete the re-construction of Union Avenue and pave Beatrice Avenue. The concrete patching program will continue on Jobe Avenue and curb replacement will continue at various locations throughout the City. Due to unforeseen circumstances, crack filling has been delayed, but is scheduled to commence this week.
The Electric Division continues with work on the 1st Street rebuild and with reconductoring the Whittington Course area. New service work and maintenance are also current activities. The meter group continues with meter change out, new installations and other normal activities.
The Sewer Division will be performing sanitary sewer installation work on Roosevelt Street between Ash and Elm Streets. Storm sewer repairs/additions will take place on 10th Street south of Horne Street and at 13th Avenue and Ronzheimer Avenue. Crews will also be working on the sanitary sewer-flushing program, performing locations, plan reviews, inspections and scheduled preventative maintenance activities.
The Water Division will be working on distribution system repairs on Indiana Avenue, Industrial Drive and Meadow Drive. Crews will be working on hydrant painting in the southeast quadrant of the City. New construction inspections are scheduled for the 1st Street Redevelopment Project, Porter Business Park, Valley Auto Spa, the Kane County Fairgrounds and Enterprise Car Rental.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
6/29/07
For the week of July 2 the Street Division will finish coring out of Union Avenue and then begin paving. The concrete program will begin on Jobe Avenue and crack filling will also commence throughout the city. Curb improvements will continue on North 15th Street along with curb and sidewalk improvements on Ohio Avenue. Sign maintenance will continue in the southwest quadrant of town and tree trimming will take place in the Redgate subdivision. Crews will also be busy with preparation for Fourth of July festivities.
The Electric Line Division crews will be working on installing infrastructure for the 1st Street Project, specifically completion of the overhead temporary in the west plaza (Walnut Court) area. Crews will be working to install facilities on Riverside Drive and under the pedestrian bridge to support the eventual removal of the overhead wires on the pedestrian bridge. Work on numerous new business projects and replacement of old poles are also on the schedule. The Meter and Communications Division will continue with an aggressive water and electric meter replacement plan.
The Sewer Division will be performing storm sewer work on Roosevelt Street, storm and sanitary sewer work on 8th Avenue from Main Street to Illinois Avenue, and also on Ohio Avenue from 11th Avenue to the dead end. Crews will also be performing scheduled preventative maintenance activities.
The Water Division will be working on MFT construction on Indiana Avenue, Industrial Drive and Patricia Lane. Crews will be working on hydrant painting in the northwest quadrant of the City. A service repair is scheduled for 1417 S. 2nd Street. Crews will also be working on monthly preventative maintenance.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
6/22/07
For the week of June 25 the Street Division will oversee the City-wide Crack-filling Program. Crews will also begin coring out of Union Avenue and pave Beatrice Avenue. The concrete crews will be busy with curb repairs, following the Sewer Division manhole repairs, along with sidewalk replacements along Ohio Avenue. Crews will also be evident with sign maintenance in the southwest quadrant of town along with tree trimming on Fox Meadow Court. Other tasks include Emerald Ash Borer inspections in our Commercial Manufacturing District (CMD) and watering of all newly planted trees.
The Sewer Division will begin MFT storm and sanitary sewer repairs on Roosevelt from Rt. 31 to 3rd Street and on 4th Avenue from South to Adams Avenues. Construction restoration to parkway areas in Kingswood and Kirk Road will also take place. The Sanitary Five Year Flushing Program and utility locations are on-going.
The Electric Division crews will be working on completing the overhead temporary feed on 1st Street and the Private Bank and Trust. Crews will also be working on supplying power to the new residential development on Prairie, Osmose pole replacement work, and miscellaneous services and maintenance work.
The Water Division will be working on MFT construction on 8th Avenue, Marion Avenue, Indiana Avenue and Ohio Avenue. Crews will be working on hydrant painting in the northwest quadrant of the City. New construction work will be performed on Randall Road, 1st Street Contract 1 and 2, Kane County Fairgrounds and the Valley Auto Spa. Crews will also be working on monthly preventative maintenance and pump house maintenance.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
6/15/07
The Electric Division continues to work in the 1st Street area with the installation of temporary overhead near The Bank. Work will also continue with the tie line between the Peck and Prairie substations. Lighting will also be installed by the River Gateway sign along North Rt. 31. Street light pole bases will continue to be repainted and the meter group will continue meter change outs and normal activities.
The Street Division will complete the coring out at Beatrice Avenue and then follow up with binder and leveler asphalt. Crews will then begin coring out at Union Avenue. The concrete crews will continue with curb replacements in conjunction with our MFT Street Program. City crews will also be evident with tree trimming along all city parkways and with assistance along North 5th Street for the creek project.
The Water Division will be working on MFT Gray Street, 5th Avenue, Ohio Avenue and 10th Street. Crews will be working on hydrant painting in the northeast quadrant along with miscellaneous hydrant repairs and leak repair at the State garage. New construction work will be performed on Randall Road, 1st Street and the Auto Spa.
The Sewer Division will be working on MFT storm sewer installation on McKinley Street, storm sewer repairs for MFT on 4th Avenue and Ohio Avenue and MFT repairs on Roosevelt Street. In addition, crews will be working on sanitary sewer repairs at 37th and Ohio Avenues and continuing with the sanitary sewer flushing program. Crews will continue work on the sanitary sewer flushing program, locations, inspections and plan reviews.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
6/8/07
For the week of June 11, the Street Division will be paving 5th Place from Moore to Division and coring out Beatrice Avenue. The concrete crews will be evident along North 1st Street, Union Avenue and North 5th Street. Crews will also be busy with trimming along Rita Avenue and completing the mulch for all trees installed through our 2006 Fall Program. Street personnel will also be cleaning up from the Riverfest weekend and preparing for the Bloomington Gold Corvette Show at Pheasant Run.
The Electric Division will continue with the new Prairie to Peck Substation tie line. The IYC line work has been completed. Pole change outs will continue at various locations. The street light base repainting will be concentrating on Main Street from 5th Avenue to the river. Work will also continue in the 1st Street area with temporary overhead being installed between 1st and 2nd in the Walnut Street area. This temporary overhead will maintain a loop feed to the businesses in the area during construction. The Meter Division will be busy with new installations and periodic meter change outs.
The Water Division will be working on MFT on Roosevelt and Evergreen Streets, and also on 4th and 8th Avenue. Re-inspection and Water Improvements will be done on Randall and Rt. 64. Crews will be working on hydrant painting in the northeast quadrant along with miscellaneous hydrant repairs. New construction work will continue on 1st Street and the Fairgrounds.
The Sewer Division will be working on Storm sewer installations on Jobe Avenue. Storm sewer repairs will be done on Adams Avenue off of 4th Avenue and also on Ohio and 3rd Avenues. Sanitary sewer repairs will be done at 1133 S. 2nd Street. Storm sewer replacement on McKinley Street between 2nd and 3rd Streets. Crews will continue work on the Sanitary sewer flushing program, locations, inspections and plan reviews.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
6/1/07
For the week of June 4, the Street Division will be concentrating on the upcoming Riverfest (6/8-6/10) in our downtown area. Crews will also be busy with coring out 5th Place, Moore to Division Avenues and paving on 5th Place from Beatrice to Moore Avenues. The concrete crews will be evident along Union, Beatrice and North 15th Street with curb improvements. Crews will also be trimming trees along Fox Chase Boulevard, watering newly planted trees and cleaning up brush along fence lines at all city well houses.
The Electric Division will continue with the new feed to IYC and the new tie between Prairie and Peck substations. Pole replacements will also continue at various locations throughout the city. Other tasks include the painting of street light bases along Main Street and GIS data being collected. All other normal activities will continue.
The Water Division will be performing MFT work on Jobe Avenue, Roosevelt Street, Adams Avenue and McKinley Street. Crews will also continue monthly preventative maintenance and hydrant repairs. New construction work will be done at the 1st Street Redevelopment project and Randall Road re-inspection.
The Sewer Division will be working on storm sewer installation for MFT Street and Jobe Avenue, MFT storm sewer repairs on 7th and Beatrice Avenues and MFT storm sewer repairs on Union Avenue. Additional work to be done includes sanitary sewer repairs on Beatrice Avenue. Crews will also continue with locations, inspections, the catch basin cleaning program, plan reviews and 1st Street overview.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
5/25/07
For the week of May 29, the Electric Division will continue with work on the new tie line between Peck Road and the Prairie Street substations. Work will also begin on a new feed to pickup IYC along Route 38. Power pole change outs will also continue throughout the city at various locations. Street light bases along Main Street will be painted to freshen up their appearance. Normal activities will also continue.
The Street Division will continue with curb improvements on Beatrice Avenue, Union Avenue and North 15th Street along with coring out of 5th Place from Division Avenue to Moore Avenue. The asphalt crew will be busy paving 4th Place from Moore Avenue to Beatrice Avenue. Crews will also finish sidewalk inspections in the northeast quadrant of town and continue with tree trimming in CMD (Commercial Manufacturing District). Other streets tasks will include redoing mulch and dirt for all trees planted during out 2006 Fall Program along with clearing brush and trees at the corner of 2nd Avenue and Delnor Avenue.
The Water Division will be performing MFT work on Jobe Avenue and Roosevelt Street. Crews will also be evident doing monthly preventative maintenance. New construction work will be done at the Kane County Judicial Center, Hazen Building, 1st Street and Jaws Car Wash.
The Sewer Division will be working on storm sewer repairs on Union Avenue for MFT, storm sewer installation on Jobe Avenue for MFT and sanitary sewer repairs on Beatrice Avenue for MFT. Additional work to be done includes storm sewer repairs on 7th and State Avenues and also at 531 North Tyler Road. Crews will also continue with locations, the catch basin cleaning program and plan reviews.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
5/18/07
For the week of May 21, the Electric Division will continue improvements on the new tie line between the Peck and Prairie Streets substations. Work will also continue along Randall Road, with the removal of most of overhead lines. A new underground circuit has been energized in the 1st Street area. Reconductoring will also be underway in the area of 8th Street and Oak Street along with wood pole change outs at various locations.
The Water Division will be performing MFT work on 5th Place, Beatrice Avenue and Union Avenue. Crews will also be evident doing miscellaneous hydrant repairs and monthly preventative maintenance. New construction work will be done at the Kane County Judicial Center, Hazen Building, 1st Street and National Tire and Battery.
The Sewer Division will be working on sanitary sewer and manhole repairs for MFT streets, 5th Place, MFT storm sewer rebuilds for Beatrice Avenue and MFT storm sewer work for Union Avenue. Crews will also continue with locations, the catch basin cleaning program, plan reviews and inspections as needed.
The Street Division will finish the Spring Parkway Tree Planting Program and unwrap mulch and install “gator bag” on all trees planted through our 2006 Fall Program. Crews will continue with coring out along 4th and 5th Place and start paving on 4th Place from Moore to Beatrice Avenue and curb replacement along 1450 West Main Street. Sign crews will continue with sign maintenance and replacement in the southwest quadrant of town.
Most important is that next week is American Public Works Week, celebrated throughout the country. Several employees will be attending the regional show at the Renaissance Convention Center in Schaumburg from May 23 to the 25 and four of our Street Division employees will participate in the Snow Rodeo held at the show. Competition will include snowplow and endloader obstacle courses along with a written test to see who has the best snow crews in the Chicagoland area. Good Luck Guys!
And finally, a luncheon is scheduled to celebrate Public Works Week at our new facility on May 22 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.
If you get a chance, thank a Public Works employee for their efforts day in and day out in doing their part in keeping St. Charles “The Pride of the Fox”.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
5/11/07
For the week of May 14, the Electric Division will continue with the new tie line between Prairie Street and the Peck Road substations. The First Street Project work will be concentrating on the Indiana Street area and removal of overhead lines. The pole change out program will start, which replaces poles identified as nearing the end of their useful life. The Meter and Communications Divisions will be changing out city meters along with fiber map locations and other normal activities.
The Street Division will continue with coring out 4th Place from Moore to Beatrice Avenues. The asphalt crews will also be evident on 4th Place from Division to Moore Avenue. The concrete crews will be busy with curb and sidewalk repairs on 5th Place near Beatrice Avenue. Street crews will continue with our Spring Tree Planting Program on the east side of town along with, watering trees, re-mulching of Fall 2006 trees and re-striping the intersection at 1st and Illinois Avenues.
The Water Division will be landscaping on leak sites and repairing leaks on the 1500 block of Division. Crews will also be performing preventative maintenance and repairing hydrants in various sites around town. New construction will be performed on 1st Street and at the Kane County Judicial Center.
The Sewer Division will be working on storm and sanitary sewer rebuilds for MFT roads: 5th Place from Division to Moore, and Beatrice from 7th to the dead end. Crews will also continue with locations, catch basin cleaning program, plan reviews and 1st Street inspections. In addition crews will be raising manholes along the bike path from Illinois Avenue to Division.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
5/4/07
For the week of May 7, the Electric Division will continue with the new tie line between the Prairie Street and Peck Road substations. Work will also continue with the cable replacements in the William and Ronzheimer area. Crews have been assigned and will continue to be dedicated nearly full time, to the First Street Project. Other normal activities will also continue.
In the Street Division, asphalt crews will be patching from winter time water main breaks, coming out on 4th Place from Division to Moore, and continue with parking restoration from 2006 curb repairs. Crews will also begin our spring parkway tree-planting program in the northeast quadrant of town along with stump grinding of all 2006 tree removals. The concrete crews will be completing repairs from winter time water main breaks, repairing driveway aprons in the 200 block of Walnut Street and continue with sidewalk replacements throughout the city. Also, sign crews will continue with sign inspection in the southwest quadrant of town.
The Water Division will flush hydrants in the southeast quadrant and perform hydrant repairs on the west side of town and Wredling Middle School. Crews will also be performing monthly preventative maintenance and doing nitrate sampling. In addition new construction work will be done at 1st Street, the Auto Spa, the Judicial Center and National Tire and Battery.
The Sewer Division will be working on MFT Storm and Sanitary repairs on 5th Place. Crews will also continue with locations, catch basin cleaning program and inspections as needed. In addition plan reviews and sanitary sewer flushing will also be done.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
4/27/07
For the week of April 30, the Electric Division will continue with work on the new tie line between the Prairie Street and Peck Road substations and the conversion work at Randall Road and Oak Street. Improvements will also continue in the First Street area along Prairie Street. Seasonal maintenance work will also continue at all substations. Work is also beginning at the new car wash location on East Main with the pole relocations and service conversion of the business next door.
The Street Division will be busy on First Street with temporary striping and blacktop patching along sidewalks and roadways. Crews will also be evident with striping at Fire Station #3 and with concrete improvements along Highgate Course. Other tasks assigned to the Street Division include street sweeping, the spring planting program and asphalt/concrete repairs from utility repairs that occurred during the winter months.
The Sewer Division will be working on the MFT storm sewer repairs on 5th Place and MFT sanitary repairs will be done on 4th Place. Crews will also be working on the catch basin cleaning program, locations and plan reviews. Sanitary Sewer trouble spot checks will also be done. In addition, VACTOR school training will be conducted for two employees.
The Water Division will flush hydrants in the northeast quadrant and doing set-up for the southeast quadrant. Crews will also be performing miscellaneous hydrant repairs on the west side of the river, landscaping water main break sites, and performing monthly preventative maintenance. In addition new construction work will be done at 1st Street, Milestone ROW, the Judicial Center and National Tire and Battery.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
4/20/07
For the week of April 23 the Street Division will be busy with stripping projects on South First Street, at the First Street parking lot and at Fire Station #2. Street crews will be evident throughout the city with asphalt and concrete repairs from wintertime water main breaks. Crews will also be spraying for weeds throughout the city, tree trimming in our Commercial Manufacturing District (CMD) along with tree removals on South 2nd Street. Tree tasks will include Emerald Ash Borer inspections in the Timbers and site selections for our upcoming Spring Tree Planting Program.
The Electric Line Group will be working on installing infrastructure for the First Street project, specifically on equipment and cable on Prairie Street. Crews are also working to install a feed across the Kane County Fairgrounds property to feed the new Exhibition Center. In addition to normal meter installations, the Electric Meter and Communications Crews will be working at the Police Department on fiber related to the remodeling.
The Sewer Division will be working on the Sanitary Sewer flushing program. MFT Sanitary and Storm sewer work will begin on 4th Place. MFT Storm and Sanitary repairs will be done on 5th Place. Crews will also be working on the catch basin cleaning program, locations and plan reviews. Sanitary Sewer trouble spot checks will also be done.
The Water Division will begin hydrant flushing on Sunday night in the southwest quadrant. Set up for hydrant flushing on the northeast quadrant will also begin. Crews will also be working on new construction projects on First Street, The Judicial Center and Milestone Row. Repairs on the chemical treatment system at Well #8 will be done. The Water Division will be working on hydrant repairs in the northwest quadrant and a service repair on South 13th Avenue.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
4/13/07
For the week of April 16, the Electric Division will be changing out the switchgear as part of their continuing maintenance program. Substation maintenance will also be underway in preparation for the summer load. Work on the new tie line between the Prairie Street and Peck Road substations will also be continuing. All normal activities will also continue.
The Street Division will continue with the sign inspection in the southwest quadrant of town along with EAB (emerald ash borer) inspections in the Timbers and in our east side industrial district. Crews will also be busy with flagging all sites for our Spring Parkway Tree Planting Program and finishing our stump grinding throughout the city. Our asphalt crews will be evident with patching from wintertime water main breaks and with patches along Chandler Avenue, on Prairie Street near 1st Street and along South 1st Street. Our concrete crews will also be completing improvements along Fellows Street and at 12th Street near Prairie Street.
The Sewer Division will be working on Storm Sewer rebuilds at 1463 Tyler Road. The catch basin cleaning program will be done in the southwest quadrant along with locations and inspections. Work on raised buried manholes will be done in the Wildrose Springs area and at 1501 Rita Avenue. Crews will also be working on Storm and Sanitary 08 and MFT TV inspections.
The Water Division will be doing hydrant flushing in the northwest quadrant all week. Set up for the southwest quadrant will begin at the end of the week. Crews will be conducting landscape surveys. Work on new construction will include 1st Street, National Tire and Battery and Milestone Row. The Water Division will start up Well #7.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
4/6/07
For the week of April 9, the Electric Division will have completed work in the White Oak Circle area and in Milestone Row. Improvements continue with the new circuit 512 to 535 tie line in the area of Tyler and Kirk Roads. Street light work will be nearing completion near Zylstra on Oak Street. The substation infrared testing will continue with two of the six stations completed with no significant issues being found. A new tie line between Prairie Street (circuit 611) and Peck Road (circuit 812) substations will also be installed through the Fairgrounds.
The Communications Division will begin to install Corby door openers; the first one was successfully installed on the network room door at Public Works. The total project will consist of fourteen installations at various locations.
The Street Division will be busy tagging trees for our Fall Planting Program along with ash tree removals on 2nd Street which are under electric power lines. Crews will also be saw cutting asphalt road patches from winter water main breaks. Parkway trees planted during our 2002-2003 program will also be inspected and trimmed as needed. Our concrete crews will be evident along the 700 block of Fellows Street and at the 1100 block of Prairie Street.
The Water Division performing MFT work on South 4th Place and setting up hydrant flushing in the northwest quadrant of the city. New subdivision inspections will be done at Remington Glen, Meades-Johnston, and Sidwell Court. New construction work will continue at the 1st Street Redevelopment, Randall Road and National Tire and Battery. Training is scheduled for the hydrastop and the cascade clamps. Pump house maintenance will continue and in addition, crews will be bringing Well 13 back on-line and working on start up for the electrical modifications on Well 7. Plan reviews, locations and inspections will be conducted as required.
The Sewer Division will be installing storm sewers at 12th and Prairie and performing inspections on 1st Street. Crews will also be evident working on the catch basin cleaning program in the southwest quadrant of the city, raising a buried manhole on Route 38 in front of Goodies Restaurant and working on sanitary sewer TV inspections as part of the 08 MFT program. Grading and moving material will be done at the Public Works Garage outdoor inventory area for the Sewer Division. Plan reviews and locations are ongoing.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
3/30/07
For the week of April 2, the Electric Division will have energized the entire system in Legacy Park and will mostly complete the reconductoring in the White Oak Circle area. Reconductoring will also begin in the South Tyler and Williams areas. Work will also begin on a new tie between circuits 512 and 535, which will help load shifting in the Industrial Park area. Infrared inspections are also continuing on substation equipment. The Communication Division will be working to upgrade the connection to the school district facilities feed from the north 12th Street substation up to the Gigabit level. City crews have also completed the Corby upgrade to most of the cities buildings.
The Street Division will be evident with concrete improvements throughout the city from winter projects. Tree trimming will continue on the east side of town in the Commercial Manufacturing District along with Emerald Ash Borer inspections of city parkway trees. Other tasks that street crews will be addressing include street sweeping, sidewalk evaluations in the southwest quadrant, tub grinding and parkway restoration due to snow plow damages.
The Water Division will be working with the First Street Redevelopment Project on Illinois Street between the bridge and First Street. Testing will be done at the newly constructed water main at the Kane County Jail addition. Crews will be doing trenching and shoring training along with preventative maintenance activities that will be conducted at the well houses. Plan reviews, locations and inspections will be conducted as required.
The Sewer Division will continue sanitary sewer trouble spot flushing. Sanitary manhole repairs will be performed at 2057 Lincoln Highway and the catch basin cleaning program will begin. In addition, grading improvements will be made at the Public Works Garage outdoor inventory area for the Sewer Division. Crews will be working on a storm sewer improvements on South 11th and South 12th Streets near Prairie Street. Plan reviews and locations are ongoing.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
3/23/07
For the week of March 26, the Electric Division will continue with the reconductoring in the White Oak Circle area and with the streetlights in the Legacy Park area. Streetlights are also being installed on the new extension of Oak Street. All other normal activities will also continue.
In the Street Division crews will be busy with curb repairs on Fellows Street and street repairs from winter water main breaks. Staff will also be evident with sidewalk inspections in the northwest quadrant of town along with the entire downtown business district. Curb inspections along Main Street in the downtown district will also be scheduled. Other Street Division tasks will include stump grinding, completing the “Welcome” sign along south Route 31 and completing the interior signage program in our new Public Works offices. Also, congratulations to Ben Deutsch and his staff on receiving the Tree City USA award for the ninth consecutive year!
The Water Division will be conducting flow tests at 1100 W Main. Crews will be performing pump house maintenance, monthly preventative maintenance and Phase II of annual preventative maintenance. New construction activities will be conducted at 1st Street Redevelopment Project, the Kane County Fairgrounds and the Kane County Judicial Center. Crews will also be performing new construction work and locates at the Randall and Route 64 project. Proper lifting training will also be held during the week.
The Sewer Division will be working on sanitary sewer flushing trouble spots. In addition, storm sewer installation will be performed on Fellows Street and preparation will be done at the garage compound inventory storage area. Crews will be working on a storm sewer installation on 11th and 12th Streets at Prairie Street. Plan reviews, locations and inspections will be done as needed.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
3/16/07
For the week of March 19, the Electric Division will continue with improvements in Porter Business Park and the White Oak Circle area. The primary street light system is nearing completion in the Legacy Business Park. Meter and Communications continues work on the upgraded building and gate access system (Corby) for the garage as well as other normal activities.
The Street Division will be pouring curbs on Chandler Avenue. Crews will also saw main breaks and will be doing curb and concrete repairs for main breaks. Tree trimming will continue in our Commercial Manufacturing District (CMD) and trees planted in 2003. Trimming will also be done on 5th Street to 6th Street, Cutler Street to Prairie Street by Saupp. Crews will also be evident with grading areas of Phase 2 of the Public Works Renovation/Expansion. Sidewalk evaluations will start at the Northwest quadrant along with Cold Patch work in the Southwest and primary roadways.
The Water Division will be conducting flow tests on First and Walnut Streets. Work continues on the First Street Redevelopment project. Crews will continue pump house and monthly preventative maintenance. Construction of the water main for the Fairgrounds project should commence this week as well. Hydrant repair willb e done on Kirk Road and Swenson Avenue.
The Sewer Division will be working on the Sanitary Sewer flushing program and Sanitary and Storm Sewer T.V. inspections. Crews will be working on a Storm Sewer installation on 11th and 12th Street near Prairie Street. Plan Reviews, locations and inspections will be done as needed.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
3/9/07
For the week of March 12, the Electric Division will continue with improvements in Porter Business Park, Pine Ridge Park and legacy Business Park. Reconductor work will also continue in the White Oak Circle area. Normal activities and new service work will also continue.
The Street Division will continue with pothole patching on the west side of town along with the installation of bollards at the southwest corner of Route 31 and Main Street. Crews will also be evident with curb repairs on Chandler Avenue along with mailbox repairs, which occurred during our last snowstorm. Street personnel will also be busy with pruning of parkway trees planted in 2003 and 2004. Crews will also be hauling concrete from our renovation site in preparation of construction of the east wing.
The Water Division will continue preventative maintenance at well and pump houses. Work continues on the First Street Redevelopment project. Crews are scheduled to work on fire hydrant repairs on Kirk Road and in Remington Glenn. Hazmat training is scheduled for Wednesday. Routine operations and chemical analysis will be done at the wells. Emergencies will be dealt with as they occur.
The Sewer Division will be working on sanitary sewer flushing and sanitary sewer T.V. inspections and storm sewer T.V. inspections. Storm sewer installation will continue for 727 Fellows Street. Crews will also be working on locations and MFT 08 inspections.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
3/2/07
For the week of March 5th, the Electric Division will continue work on streetlights in Pine Ridge Park and at Legacy Park. Streetlight replacement work will begin on Foxfield Road and Fieldgate Drive. Cable replacement will also continue in the White Oak area. Also, the primary loop for service to NTB will be completed this week. All other normal activities will also continue.
The Street Division will continue with tree trimming in our Commercial Manufacturing District (CMD) and with pothole patching mainly on the eastside and along main snow routes. Crews will also continue with our stop sign evaluation program and prepare for the March 10 St. Patrick’s parade. The concrete crews will also be evident with curb replacements from Sewer Division repair projects along Chandler Avenue weather permitting.
The Water Division will continue preventative maintenance at well and pump houses. They will also begin painting operations at booster station #8. They will work closely with engineers and contractors on the First Street Redevelopment project. This week will include work in the First and Illinois Street intersection as well as on First Street between West Main Street and Walnut Street. Along with this will be routine chemical analysis and operations at the wells and emergencies will be handled as they occur.
The Sewer Division will be working on Sanitary Sewer flushing and Sanitary Sewer T.V. inspections. Storm sewer installation will be done for 727 Fellows Street. Crews will also be working on Sanitary Sewer disconnect for the old garage expansion, locations, plan reviews and inspections.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
2/23/07
For the week of February 26 the Electric Division will be working at the Porter Business Park installing primary facilities to the new building. Improvements will also continue in Pine Ridge Park with the installation of streetlights and reconductoring in the White Oak Circle area, other normal electrical activities will also continue.
The Street Division will continue with tree trimming in our Commercial Manufacturing District (CMD) and with pothole patching mainly on the east side of town. Crews will also continue with our stop sign evaluation program and install protective bollards at the southwest corner of Route 31 and West Main Street. The concrete crews will also be evident with curb replacements from Sewer Division repair projects and also with concrete improvements along Chandler Avenue.
The Water Division will be working on new construction projects at the 1st Street redevelopment project and the Randall Road project. Crews will also be conducting preventative maintenance and pump house maintenance functions.
The Sewer Division will be performing storm sewer and sanitary sewer T.V. inspections, locations, equipment maintenance and plan reviews. Crews will also be working on sanitary sewer flushing and sanitary sewer disconnects for the old Public Works Garage.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
2/16/07
For the week of February 15th, the Electric Division will have completed Phase 2 in the Reserve and will continue with services and street lights in Pine Ridge Park. Electric will also be installing increased lighting protection at the Dunham substation. Reconductoring work will also be underway in the Roosevelt area and work to provide service at AT&T pedestals is also to be completed around the City.
The Street Division will finish the demolition of the old salt building along with cold patching citywide. Crews will also continue with tree trimming in the Commercial Manufacturing District and stop sign evaluations. Street crews will also continue, weather permitting, with tree inspections for the Emerald Ash borer.
The Water Division will be working on new construction projects at the 1st Street Redevelopment Project, Legacy Park, Pine Ridge Park and the Randall Road project. Crews will also be conducting preventative maintenance and pump house maintenance functions.
The Sewer Division will be performing storm sewer and sanitary sewer T.V. inspections, locations, equipment maintenance and plan reviews. Crews will also be working on 1st Street inspections, sanitary sewer flushing, sanitary sewer trouble spot checks and inspections as required.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
2/9/07
For the week of February 12, the Electric Division will be re-routing electric ducts on First Street. Crews will be working on re-conductoring the White Oak Circle area, Pine Ridge Park Townhouses distribution, Hemmer (Legacy industrial area), and Public Works Garage.
The Street Division will continue with tree trimming and inspection of ash trees for EAB (Emerald Ash Borer) in the Commercial Manufacturing District. Crews will also be evident cold patching as needed along snow routes and the northeast quadrant of the city. Once the snow is cleared, staff will also continue in the Downtown Business District with curb and ADA (American Disabilities Act) sidewalk ramp inspections. Street personnel will be conducting stop sign evaluations and calibration of salt trucks. In addition, crews will mix salt with geomelt and haul it to the main garage and will finish demolition of the old salt shed at the Public Works Garage.
The Water Division will be working on new construction projects at the 1st Street Redevelopment Project, Legacy Park, Pine Ridge Park and the Randall Road project. Crews will also be conducting preventative maintenance and pump house maintenance functions.
The Sewer Division will be performing storm sewer and sanitary sewer T.V. inspections, locations, equipment maintenance and plan reviews. Crews will also be working on 1st Street inspections, sanitary sewer flushing, sanitary sewer trouble spot checks and inspections as required.
Don Woehrle is certified! Tom Weber is certified!
As you may be aware, Don Woehrle has been the foreman in the Fleet Division for over 10 years. What you may not realize is that the National Institute has recognized Don for Automotive Service Excellence as Master Automobile Technician. Areas of expertise include engine repair, automatic transmissions, suspension and steering, brakes, electronic systems, heating and air conditioning and engine performance.
The National Institute has also recognized Tom Weber, our Fleet Technician since July 31, 2006 for medium/heavy trucks. Areas of expertise include diesel engines, drive train and preventative maintenance and inspections.
So please note, that between Don and Tom, we are “ASE Certified”. Way to go Don and Tom on your achievements!
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
2/2/07
For the week of February 5, the Electric Division will be completing the work in Phase 2 of the Reserves and will continue with new service work there and elsewhere. The West Main Street and Randall Road project will continue with removal of old facilities. Improvements will also continue in Legacy Business Park as well as all other normal activities.
The Street Division will continue with tree trimming in the Commercial Manufacturing District and with Emerald Ash Borer inspections throughout the city. Crews will also be evident in cold patching as needed along with the stop sign survey in the east side of town. Staff will also continue in the Downtown Business District with curb and ADA (American Disabilities Act) sidewalk ramp inspections.
The Water Division will be working on new construction projects at 1st Street and Remington Glen. Crews will also be conducting preventative maintenance and pump house maintenance functions.
The Sewer Division will be performing storm sewer and sanitary sewer T.V. inspections, locations, equipment maintenance and plan reviews. Crews will also be working on 1st Street inspections and restaurant list/G.I.S maps.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
1/26/07
For the week of January 23, the Street Division will continue with tree trimming and EAB (Emerald Ash Borer) inspections in our Commercial Manufacturing District. Crews will also be evident with curb inspections in the downtown business district along with cold patching on the entire east side of town. Street crews will also demolish our old salt building and move salt to our new building. Crews will also continue with our stop sign evaluation program along with painting of our repaired barricades.
The Electric Division will continue with improvements on West Main at Randall Road and at the Reserves. Maintenance activities are also underway in the substations, including transformer oil testing. Normal activities will also continue.
The Sewer Division will be performing sanitary sewer flushing, storm sewer and sanitary sewer T.V. inspections, locations, equipment maintenance, plan reviews and sewer inspections as needed. Crews will also be working on sanitary sewer repairs at 1627 Riverside Drive and storm sewer repairs at the Timbers Professional Building area off of Route 31.
The Water Division will continue enhancements of chemical treatment at Well #8. Water personnel will also be working on new construction projects at 1st Street new construction; Pine Ridge Park inspections, Remington Glen inspections, and Legacy Business Park inspections. Preventative maintenance and pump house maintenance are ongoing.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
1/19/07
The Electric Division still has lines and poles to remove in the West Main Street area, but the new facilities are installed. Street light work will continue with several small replacements or new installations in the works as well as the normal maintenance. The improvements at Pine Ridge Park have mostly been completed in the current phase with only service work to continue. Work continues with the primary system at the Reserves in Phase 2. The switchgear at the intersection of Foxfield and Dunham will be replaced this week and will require about a one-hour outage of the traffic signal (not during high traffic periods).
The Street Division will be trimming trees on Elm Street and in our Commercial Manufacturing District. Crews will also be evident with curb repairs on Chandler Avenue and cold patching potholes throughout the City. Crews will also be removing salt from the old salt building in preparation of the demolition of the building. Crews will also continue with removal of the asphalt parking lot in conjunction with construction of the east wing of our Public Works Renovation Project. Street personnel will also continue the calibration of salt truck spreaders, curb evaluations in the downtown along Main Street and rebuilding barricades for the upcoming construction season.
The Sewer Division will be performing sanitary sewer flushing, storm sewer and sanitary sewer T.V. inspections, locations, equipment maintenance, plan reviews and sewer inspections as needed. GIS information updates will also be conducted.
The Water Division will continue work on the 6-month Preventative Maintenance tasks. Work will also be done on items at the pump station from the IEPA inspection. Crews will be doing pump house maintenance. Chemical treatment and pump house maintenance will also be done at Well #8. Water personnel will also be working on new construction projects at 1st Street, Pine Ridge Park, Remington Glen and Legacy Business Park.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
1/12/07
For the week of January 15, the Electric Division has completed the energization of the system to the Legacy Park Business Park and is now preparing to hook up services as requested. Improvements are also continuing at the West Main Street/Randall Road Project, where poles are being removed and the streetlights are now operational along Oak Street near the Post Office. Electric crews will also continue improvements in Pine Ridge Park and at the Reserves.
The Street Division will continue with removal of the asphalt parking lot on the east side of the Public Works Garage in conjunction with Phase 2 of the Renovation Project. Crews will also be evident trimming trees in our Commercial Manufacturing District (CMD) and cold patching throughout the entire city. Street crews will also be busy with curb repairs along Chandler Avenue, applying ADA stamps at sidewalk ramps in the Downtown Business District and cleaning up all parkways of missed brush and holiday trees.
The Sewer Division will be performing sanitary sewer flushing, storm sewer and sanitary sewer T.V. inspections, locations, equipment maintenance, plan reviews and inspections as needed. Crews will also be installing storm sewers on Chandler Avenue and conducting inspections at Legacy bus park.
The Water Division will be performing new construction work on the 1st Street Project, Legacy Business Park, NTB and the Fairgrounds. Crews will be doing chemical revisions at Well 8 and water main installation on South 5th contingent on equipment availability. Preventative maintenance at well houses, both monthly and semi-annually, will be conducted as well as pump house maintenance at Well #7. In addition, installation of mag meter at the Judicial Center will be done and CPR refresher classes will be conducted.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.
1/5/07
For the week of January 8 the Electric Division will continue with improvements in the Randall Road/West Main Street construction area. Electric improvements will also continue in the Legacy Business Park and in Pine Ridge Park. Electric crews will also be removing all holiday decorations from Main Street and continue with the installation of new services.
The Street Division will be pouring concrete “caps” on finished water main breaks and finishing parking islands at the Public Works garage. Street crews will also be finishing tree removals on 1st Street along with stump grinding at various locations throughout the City. Crews will continue with tree trimming in Cambridge East along with right-of-way cleanup throughout the city.
The Water Division will be performing new construction work on the 1st Street Project, Legacy Business Park, West Towne Market, Leroy Oaks and the Pheasant Run Pavilion. Crews will be doing chemical modifications at Well 8 and water main installation on South 5th Street contingent on equipment availability. Preventative maintenance at well house, both monthly and semi-annually, will be conducted.
The Sewer Division will be working on the Sanitary Sewer Flushing Program along with locations, GIS inspections, storm sewer T.V. inspections and storm sewer repairs. Crews will also be working on Fire Station 3 storm sewer repairs and installation.
Use Local Firewood – This time of year we like to huddle around a cozy fire. But to reduce the threat to our trees, it’s important to consider where our firewood comes from. Ash firewood can harbor larvae of the dreaded emerald ash borer. This is believed to be how the insect traveled from Michigan, where it has killed millions of trees in the Chicago area. So to keep infestation from spreading, buy only hardwood firewood that has been cut locally. Regulations now ban moving it from quarantine areas to Kane Country and the North Shore without a permit: fines can reach $500. That ban and another on moving firewood across Illinois state lines apply to all hardwoods because it is hard to tell them apart once they are cut. Any comments or questions call Ben Deutsch at 377-4459.
If you have any comments or questions on any of these projects please call Public Works at 630 377-4405.