In recognition of “Local Government Week”, the Downers Grove Township will host an Open House, on Saturday, March 13, 2010 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Downers Grove Township building. The Township is located at 4340 Prince St. in Downers Grove. (2 blocks west of Main Street, and 1 block south of Ogden Avenue)

Residents are invited to come and see the office, meet the elected officials and office staff, and ask questions and/or bring their concerns. Snacks and refreshments will be served. You will also be able to view some of the Highway Equipment used to maintain the roads in unincorporated Downers Grove Township.

During the Open House we will again be collecting cell phones, eyeglasses and hearing aids. Please bring those with you to the Open House for recycling. After the Open House these items will be distributed to the appropriate organization for re-use. We will also be accepting worn American flags that will be taken to an American Legion and/or V.F.W. for proper disposal.

We will also be accepting non-perishable food items to be donated to the FISH Pantry. These donations can be brought to the Open House also. For additional information, please contact the Township Office at (630) 719-6610 or the Highway Dept. at (630) 719-6620.

See the event listing on Triblocal.com.

Due to DuPage County funding, the Sims Electronic Recycling Program has been put on hold until further notice.

If you have any questions, please contact our office.

Lawrence (Andy) Anderson
Highway Commissioner
Email: office@dgthwy.com
Phone: (630) 719-6620
Fax: (630) 719-6624

The new year will mark the start of new state laws designed to reduce the number of accidents caused by distracted driving.

Beginning Friday, January 1st, Illinois joined 18 other states in enacting a ban on the sending or reading of text messages or e-mail while driving. “It will become illegal to compose, send or read text messages, instant messages and email on a cell phone or surf the internet while driving,” according to a news release from the DuPage County Sheriff’s office. The ban includes personal digital assistants and portable or mobile computers, but does not include GPS or navigation systems.

The new rules also will prohibit motorists from talking on hand-held phones while in a highway construction zone or a school zone. Hands-free devices like the Bluetooth are allowed.

Laws on driving without insurance will also be tightened. Starting Jan. 1, those found driving without insurance in accidents causing bodily harm will be charged with a Class A Misdemeanor instead of a traffic citation.

“I urge anyone who has any questions on these new traffic laws, to contact my Community Resource Unit at (630) 407-2317 so that your questions can be answered,” Sheriff Zaruba said. “These new laws are important and will make our roads safer for all motorists of DuPage County,” he continued.

Links

New State Law
News Release

Lawrence (Andy) Anderson
Highway Commissioner
Email: office@dgthwy.com
Phone: (630) 719-6620
Fax: (630) 719-6624

Dear Friends,

With winter right around the corner, our goal is to make roads as safe as possible for our residents. You can assist in this effort.

Please do not park on the road when snow is predicted; and never shovel or plow snow from sidewalks or driveways into the street.

The Downers Grove Township Highway Department picks up Christmas trees (stripped of all trimmings), in unincorporated areas only, during the first two full weeks of January each year.

We would also like to remind residents to make sure their mailbox is in good condition. Properly installed mailboxes will withstand heavy slush discharged from a plow. The Township is not responsible for damage to mailboxes, which are improperly placed, or in a state of disrepair. However, if your mailbox meets standards and is damaged as a result of our work, you can contact the Highway Commissioner.

With everyone’s cooperation, we will provide the best job of snow and ice removal possible. Thank you for your attention.

Sincerely,

Lawrence (Andy) Anderson
Highway Commissioner
Email: office@dgthwy.com
Phone: (630) 719-6620
Fax: (630) 719-6624

Read our Fall/Winter 2009-2010 Township Newsletter.

Meetings will be held the first Thursday of the month at the Township office, 4340 Prince Street, Downers Grove, Illinois at 7:30 pm. on the following dates:

• January 7th

• February 4th

• March 4th

• April 1st

• May 6th

• June 3rd

• July 1st

• August 5th

• September 2nd

• October 7th

• November 4th

• December 2nd

The Downers Grove Township announces in a Press Release on Monday, August 31st, 2009 the new Township websites and what they have to offer the public. See the Press Release on Triblocal.com.

Delivering on our promise of transparency.

Today, the Downers Grove Township Government Offices announce their new, resident driven websites. The websites www.dgtownship.com, www.dgtao.com and www.dgthwy.com allow residents more access to the individual offices and case workers, as well as a simplified navigation. These changes reflect a renewed focus on a community driven government and deliver on the promise of transparency made by the Township Board.

“This spring, the new board assured residents they would focus on delivering an efficient and cost effective government to everyone,” said Township Supervisor Frank Wurster. “Our staff and board has worked diligently over the last few months to increase services while reducing costs.”

The improved websites allow residents a faster and simpler means to contact all eight elected officials and staff members. Downers Grove Township encourages everyone to visit the sites and learn more about our programs and services.

“Hopefully township residents will visit the sites and share their thoughts and concerns with us,” said Wurster. “This is an opportunity to work together and improve our offices.”

Please visit www.dgtownship.com, www.dgtao.com and www.dgthwy.com.

The following is the 2010 Brush pickup schedule for unincorporated residents in Downers Grove Township.

Brush Pickup Schedule 2010

Storm cleanup continues today (June 23). The Township Highway Department is busy clearing the remaining downed branches from parkway trees resulting from the heavy winds that occurred Friday, June 19th.

The Township will NOT be collecting private property tree debris left in the parkway. The removal of branches and debris which comes from private trees and vegetation is the responsibility of the property owner.

In accordance with yard waste regulations, storm damaged tree debris must be bundled, stickered and placed at the curb on regular collection days. Bundles should be no greater than 2 feet in diameter, 4 feet or less in length and weigh no more than 50 pounds. Please be aware of the fall brush pickup dates in your area.

The Downers Grove Township Highway Department is pleased to announce we have entered into an agreement with Sims Recycling Solutions to collect unwanted electronics from Township households at no cost to tax payers.

Beginning June 20, 2009, electronics may be dropped off at 318 E. Quincy, Westmont IL. On the third Saturday of every month from 8:00am to 12:00pm, except holiday weekends.

For further information or questions please call us at (630) 719-6620.

A list below will describe equipment that will be accepted.

• Computers and Peripherals: CPU’s, laptops, monitors, flat panels, keyboards,mice, cable, printers, plotters, external hard drives, tape drives, network hardware (i.e.: servers, routers, hubs), communication hardware (i.e.: modems), and sub assemblies of any of the above.

• Data Center Equipment: Power Distribution Units (PDU’s), uninterrupted power supplies (UPS Systems).

• Office and Telecommunication Equipment: Copiers, fax machines, phonesystems, cell phones, hand held devices, projection equipment, audio equipment, video equipment, TV’s, calculators, security equipment, videotapes, beepers, and typewriters.

Thank you in advance for your participation in the electronic recycling program.