**Notice of Availability - Public Notice**
Illiana Tier Two Draft Environmental Impact Statement
Lowell, IN and Wilmington, IL - The Illinois and
Indiana Departments of Transportation (IDOT and INDOT) will host public
hearings for the Illiana Tier Two Draft Environmental Impact Statement
(EIS), which is evaluating transportation improvements in Will County,
Illinois and Lake County, Indiana.Released for Public Comment The Tier Two Draft EIS is a compilation of stakeholder outreach and comprehensive information about the project's purpose and need, proposed plans and alternatives, and potential effects on environmental resources such as wetlands, wildlife, cultural resources and noise, as well as potential effects on future traffic operations caused by proposed alternatives as well as the "no-build" alternative. The Tier Two Draft EIS Notice of Availability (NOA) was made available for public review and comment on January 24, 2014 at www.IllianaCorridor.org, as well as local libraries in the study area and DOT offices. A complete listing of these locations can be found on the project website. The NOA begins the 45 day public review and comment period which runs through March 10, 2014. The public hearings will be held in an open house format, and interested persons may attend anytime between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m. There will be a continuous presentation, and the public is encouraged to attend, review and comment on the:
The Tier Two Draft EIS was made available for public review and comment on January 24, 2014 at www.IllianaCorridor.org, as well as local libraries in the study area and DOT offices. A complete listing of these locations can be found on the project website. In addition, comments on the Tier Two Draft EIS will be accepted through March 10, 2014. Consistent stakeholder input throughout the study process has been critical to the development and evaluation of a broad range of transportation improvements. After the hearings and the public comment period have concluded, IDOT and INDOT may continue to make refinements to the recommended Preferred Alternative based on stakeholder input and technical findings. The final Preferred Alternative will be documented in the Final EIS and Record of Decision for the project, anticipated to be released in late Spring 2014. In the event the hearing is cancelled due to the Town of Lowell school closings, the rescheduled date will be March 5, 2014, and will be held at the Hebron High School located at 509 S. Main Street, Hebron, IN 46341. In the event the hearing is cancelled due to City of Wilmington school closings, the rescheduled date will be March 6, 2014, and the hearing will still be held at the Local 150 Training Facility listed above. The meeting is accessible to individuals with disabilities. Anyone needing specific assistance should contact Sarah Copeland of Images, Inc. at (630) 510-3944. Persons planning to attend who need a sign language interpreter or other similar accommodations should notify the TTY/TTD number (800) 526-0844/or 711; TTY users (Spanish) (800) 501-0864 or 711; and for Telebraille dial (877) 526-6670 at least five days prior to the meeting. |
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Friday, January 31, 2014
Illiana Tier Two Public Hearing Announcement
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Sunday, January 26, 2014
Weather Alert Notice
The
City of Wilmington is opening the ESDA building located 103 N. Main St.,
as a warming center on Sunday, January 26, 2014 at 8 p.m. until
Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at 10 a.m. because of the extreme cold
weather.
Questions regarding the warming center can be directed to the Police Department non-emergency at 815-476-2811.
When the forecast calls for below normal temperatures and extremely cold wind chill factors, the City of Wilmington would like to remind residents to take every precaution to ensure their health and safety. Especially at risk are the elderly, infants and young children, people with disabilities and persons taking medication for chronic health conditions. Residents who have at risk friends, neighbors or relatives should help by
checking on them periodically.
Thank you,
Marty Orr, Mayor
Questions regarding the warming center can be directed to the Police Department non-emergency at 815-476-2811.
When the forecast calls for below normal temperatures and extremely cold wind chill factors, the City of Wilmington would like to remind residents to take every precaution to ensure their health and safety. Especially at risk are the elderly, infants and young children, people with disabilities and persons taking medication for chronic health conditions. Residents who have at risk friends, neighbors or relatives should help by
checking on them periodically.
Thank you,
Marty Orr, Mayor
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Sunday, January 5, 2014
Waste Management Closed 1/6/2014 due to severe weather
Waste Management Closed 1/6/2014 due to severe weather
2100 Moen Ave, Rockdale, IL 60436
W: 815 773-1196
Fax: 815 725-4839
Dear Municipal Customer,
Due to the severe weather experienced over the
weekend and the projected sub-zero temperatures, Waste Management will
be closed on Monday, January 6th, 2014. We hope to resume services on Tuesday, January 7th
we are anticipating to be operating one-day late through the week.
We appreciate your patience and understanding of
this decision and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We
also want to express our appreciation for the efforts of your Public
Works personnel and snow removal crews for their
efforts to keep the roads clear during this past week and in the days
ahead. It’s been a very challenging week and we wish to express our
gratitude.
Please call me if you have any questions at 815 482-8762.
Mike Morley
Municipal Marketing Manager
Waste Management of Illinois, Inc.Municipal Marketing Manager
2100 Moen Ave, Rockdale, IL 60436
W: 815 773-1196
Fax: 815 725-4839
Adopt a fire hydrant and clear access for the Fire Department
PRESS RELEASE
January 5, 2014
The Wilmington Fire Protection District asks residents to help us help you! After receiving significant snowfall totals, we are asking that the public notify us of fire hydrants that are buried or have access impeded by snow. Shoveling out a fire hydrant before an emergency occurs could save us valuable time when arriving to an emergency scene. The snowfall itself we’ve received isn’t significant enough to bury our fire hydrants, but coupled with the anticipated drifting and snow plowing efforts to keep our roadways and parking lots clear buried hydrants could become an issue. If community members would like to “adopt a fire hydrant” that is in front of your home or business and help by clearing access, your help is greatly appreciated! We try and maintain about a 3’ clearing around the fire hydrant to allow us to make hose connections and turn the hydrant on. If you do adopt a fire hydrant and clear access for us, send us your pictures so that we can post them on our Facebook page! If you do spot a buried hydrant you can simply call the fire station at (815)476-6675 to report it so that we can shovel out the hydrant. We thank you for your assistance and be safe!
January 5, 2014
The Wilmington Fire Protection District asks residents to help us help you! After receiving significant snowfall totals, we are asking that the public notify us of fire hydrants that are buried or have access impeded by snow. Shoveling out a fire hydrant before an emergency occurs could save us valuable time when arriving to an emergency scene. The snowfall itself we’ve received isn’t significant enough to bury our fire hydrants, but coupled with the anticipated drifting and snow plowing efforts to keep our roadways and parking lots clear buried hydrants could become an issue. If community members would like to “adopt a fire hydrant” that is in front of your home or business and help by clearing access, your help is greatly appreciated! We try and maintain about a 3’ clearing around the fire hydrant to allow us to make hose connections and turn the hydrant on. If you do adopt a fire hydrant and clear access for us, send us your pictures so that we can post them on our Facebook page! If you do spot a buried hydrant you can simply call the fire station at (815)476-6675 to report it so that we can shovel out the hydrant. We thank you for your assistance and be safe!
Saturday, January 4, 2014
Friday, January 3, 2014
Warming Center
The
City of Wilmington is opening the ESDA building located 103 N. Main St.,
as a warming center on Sunday, January 5, 2014 at 10 a.m. until
Wednesday, January 8, 2014 at 10 a.m. because of the extreme cold
weather.
Questions regarding the warming center can be directed to ESDA at 815-476-2334 or Police Department non-emergency at 815-476-2811.
When the forecast calls for below normal temperatures and extremely cold wind chill factors, the City of Wilmington would like to remind residents to take every precaution to ensure their health and safety. Especially at risk are the elderly, infants and young children, people with disabilities and persons taking medication for chronic health conditions. Residents who have at risk friends, neighbors or relatives should help by checking on them periodically.
Thank you,
Marty Orr, Mayor
Questions regarding the warming center can be directed to ESDA at 815-476-2334 or Police Department non-emergency at 815-476-2811.
When the forecast calls for below normal temperatures and extremely cold wind chill factors, the City of Wilmington would like to remind residents to take every precaution to ensure their health and safety. Especially at risk are the elderly, infants and young children, people with disabilities and persons taking medication for chronic health conditions. Residents who have at risk friends, neighbors or relatives should help by checking on them periodically.
Thank you,
Marty Orr, Mayor