Public Works Department
John Hogan, Superintendent
of Public Works, (847) 872-5275
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The Winthrop Harbor Public Works
Department manages the maintenance of the critical infrastructure
of our Village. From larger projects (i.e.: road construction,
resurfacing, etc.) to smaller, but equally as important, issues
(i.e.: leaf pick-ups, snow plowing, etc.), our Public Works staff
does an excellent job in providing top-notch, professional services.
The Public Works Department also
manages the Village's water supply and sewer system. (Click this
link for the most recent Annual Drinking Water Quality Report.) The
report is also available in print at the Winthrop Harbor Village
Hall.
Superintendent of Public Works,
John Hogan, can be reached
at 847-872-5275 if you have questions or concerns about Public
Works Dept. services. Seasonal services are listed on the on-line
Community Calendar, check there often to keep up-to-date!
Drainage Ditches -
With heavy rains associated with
Spring and early Summer, drainage of storm water becomes a concern
for many residents and Public Works. Please keep in mind that
all drainage ditches must be maintained by the property owner
and must be kept free from any refuse, and all plant material
must be cut to a maximum of 6" in height. It is also unlawful
for anyone to install culvert, drain, pipe, stone or other material
into any drainage ditch within the right-of-way without written
application and approval from the Superintendent of Public Works.
Mailbox Replacement Program -
From time to time it is possible
that a mailbox becomes damaged by a snow plow. The Village provides
a mailbox replacement program, subject to certain limitations,
to assist residents under these circumstances.
When a mailbox is damaged, a
representative from the Public Works department will inspect
the mailbox site. The Superintendent of Public Works or his designee
will determine what course of action to follow, and will advise
the property owner.
The Public Works department will
replace damaged and non-repairable parts only:
- if the mailbox was located according
to U.S. Post Office specifications; or
- if the snow plow jumped a curb
and/or plowed beyond the road shoulder and physically struck
the box or post.
Any damage caused by thrown snow
will not be repaired or replaced under this program.
If a replacement of the mailbox
is necessary and approved, a standard rural type mailbox, approved
by the U.S. Postal Service, will be used.
If replacement of only the post
is necessary, a treated or cedar 4x4 wood post will be used.
If the property owner desires
a non-standard mailbox or post, the Village will reimburse for
materials only, to a maximum amount of $35.00. Reimbursement
will only be made after proof of purchase and installation by
the property owner.
If the mailbox was not originally
installed according to Post Office specifications (i.e.: too
close to the curb, hanging over the curb, etc.), the Public Works
Dept. will only attempt to repair the damaged pieces. Any necessary
replacement will be the responsibility of the property owner.
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