2012-Spring

Bridge Replacement:

As we wrote this article, we are in the early stages of submitting plans and permits for the replacement of the Briarwood Lane Bridge within the Plum Grove Estates Subdivision which crosses the Upper Reach of Salt Creek.  The original was built in the 50’s and has lasted longer than it probably was designed for.  During the process of designing a new bridge we decided to realign Briarwood Lane.  This will allow for a better crossing and increased sight distance.  Due to frugal spending in the past, we have been able to save money for this project with no increase in taxes or borrowing.

Late Summer 2011 Asphalt Paving:

It’s worth noting that we completed 2 important capital improvement projects this past year.  The first was resurfacing of roadways in the northern section of the Township.  They included, Thunderbird Estates, Joan Drive, White Tail Lane, Nantucket Court, Whispering Oaks Lane, Hidden Oaks Drive, Deer Grove Lane and Crooked Creek Drive, all within the Barrington Trails Subdivision area.  Second, we installed a storm sewer along Grove Lane to alleviate flooding from Knoxboro Lane to Hillside Road.  This area was omitted from the resurfacing project to allow for the storm sewer construction and is scheduled to be resurfaced in the summer of 2012.  In the Capital Improvements section you will find the location maps that outline the proposed improvements.  Also, be sure to stop back to get all your permitting forms and other useful information.

Yard Waste Program 2012:

This successful, annual program will resume on April 9, 2012 and will continue until November 20, 2012. Weather permitting, in late March and early April, we will deliver 56 yard waste stickers.  These stickers are to be used on yard waste bags that you purchase for the following items: grass clippings, leaves, twigs, garden debris, weeds, stalks, vines, bark and wood chips.  Please do not put more than 40 lbs of material into the bags.  If you have small brush or branches, please tie them with twine in bundles 4 ft. or less in length and 2 ft. or less in diameter.  By doing so, they will be more manageable for disposal.  Additionally, for your gardening use, we have compost (aged ground up yard waste) available for pick-up at the Road District facility, located at: 530 N. Smith Street, Palatine.  Please call 847-358-6336 for directions and hours.