Highway N & I-94 Construction
Work on both I-94 and County N will continue through the summer and fall months and motorists are urged to travel carefully in these areas and be observant for new traffic direction signs and flaggers who may be controlling traffic while construction work is taking place. This is particularly true on Highway N at the Interstate and near Highway TT where extensive work will continue on both sides of the Interstate. Temporary stop signs have been installed to help traffic move through the area on the shortened exit and entrance ramps. Additional lane shifts will be taking place to help facilitate the roadwork and temporary road closures will take place in the coming weeks to allow major work to be completed. All shifts will be marked and closures will be announced to help drivers and identify detours. Slow down in these construction zones and be watchful for equipment during the work day. Take alternate routes to avoid these areas if at all possible.
Storm Season Tips
Here are some suggestions to help remind you of the dangers that could come from these weather extremes and tips to help keep you safe.
Purchase a weather alert radio. Both the Village and Town hall have these radios available for sale. These radios will give you up to the minute information on potential storm conditions and warnings of approaching severe weather.
Be prepared by having a severe weather plan for your family at home. Designate a safe area where you can seek shelter and make sure everyone knows your plan.
Assemble a severe weather preparedness kit that has; flashlights, batteries, first aid kit, battery powered radio and cell phone with extra battery. At work, school and other areas; know where safe places are should a storm strike. Have a family communication plan to contact one another during an emergency.
During storm conditions; monitor local media and your weather radio for updates on potentially dangerous conditions that may be approaching. Severe thunderstorms can bring high winds, lightening and heavy rains along with the potential for hail. Remain alert to potentially changing conditions and be prepared to take actions to move to places of safety if a storm strikes.
Severe weather can also bring tornados. Again, monitor local media and your weather radio as tornados can strike with little notice.
If a tornado warning is issued, move to shelter immediately with your emergency kit and stay informed by listening to weather information on your radio.
By taking simple precautions and purchasing an inespensive weather alert radio you can help be prepared for extreme weather.
Going on Vacation?
If you are leaving for a few days or a longer trip, here are tips to help you secure your home while you are gone.
Make sure your home looks like someone is living in it.
Use automatic timers to turn on lights, a radio or TV in the same schedule you follow when home.
Lock all windows and doors. Use deadbolts and other secondary security devices to further secure these areas.
Cancel mail, newspapers and deliveries.
Mow your lawn before leaving or hire someone to mow your lawn while away to give the appearance you are home.
Ask a friend, neighbor or family member to look after your house while away. Ask them to make regular visits to the property to pick up any literature that might have been left in the door or mailbox and check doors and windows for any signs of attempted entry. Leave a key with one of these trusted individuals should entry into your home be needed for emergencies.
Mark your valuables with your address or other unique identifying number to help in its return to you.
Lock all garages and sheds and secure tools and ladders so they can't be used to gain entry into your home.
Install an alarm system and if you have an alarm system, turn it on.
Do not leave valuables in the open putting them in areas that can't be seen through your windows.
Abandoned Vehicles
We are asking for your help in addressing abandoned vehicles in the community. Both the Village and Township have ordinances that address abandoned vehicles. Vehicles, including boats, trailers, trucks, etc that remain on a street or roadway for an extended period of time are considered to be abandoned and can be towed and the owner cited.
There are several organizations that accept vehicles for donation (with some restrictions). Some of these are: the American Cancer Society, American Lung Association, Rawhide Boys Ranch or The Salvation Army for more information. There may be others as well and do not hesitate to contact them should you learn of their programs.
Disclaimer: This information is intended to be a service to the community as a means to forward information on crimes, incidents, emergencies or other events that might impact residents. It is not intended to replace available media sources. The timely provision of information is not guaranteed and viewers to this page are reminded to monitor local media for timely reports on any activity that might be of concern to the community.