Water main Work Outage

Residents to the West of Jefferson St will be without water for 2-4 hours tomorrow morning (September 26th) starting at 7am. 

This is due to the Adams St water main work being done on the west side of town.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Village Construction

The Village of Tiskilwa will be experiencing some construction in areas around the Village currently and upcoming months. We appreciate your understanding and caution around the Village during these times and we apologize for any inconvenience the residents may encounter. 

 – Water Main construction is underway on Adams street and Brewster street. This work will eliminate a dead end spot and connect Adams Street to Brewster street. This work is currently underway and the plan is to have it completed within 3 weeks. 

– Arch St pedestrian Bridge is planned to start construction within the next 2 months. During this time the pedestrian bridge will be closed off, removed, concrete repaired and set for a new bridge to be set in place. During this construction the Arch street Bridge will be closed off for crane work to be done on the pedestrian bridge. Once a more clear timeframe and frame of work for this project is set a post will be made about road closures. 

– The sidewalk corner in front and around the Village post office will be torn up and redone to allow for proper drainage as well and making the sidewalk ADA compliant while also repairing the drainage basin at the corner. Plans for this work are to begin in October.

– Sidewalks on South State St are planned to be repaired from the repair work that had to be completed from the damage done from Metro Communications. This work is planned to be completed at the end of October or November.

– Concrete work to remove and repair the drainage basins on Washington St, sidewalks and the entrance into Numosh Park is planned to be done in November. During this time traffic to Numosh park will be altered and have the entrance coming in from Jefferson street to reach the parking area. More information about this project and entrance closure will be posted once closer to the set work time frame.

Roadway repairs will be awarded at the September board meeting on the 8th and work will begin in the middle of October. The roadways that will be repaired will be the curve on the west of Brewster Street in front of the township building, North side of North Street along the school, Owens street on the west side of Washington Street along with the the north side of west main street between Washington and jefferson. 

Any questions or concerns please contact the Village office.

Village of Tiskilwa Election openings

The petitions for the Consolidated Election on April 1, 2025 are available at the Village Office on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. and are also available at the County Clerk’s Office.

The filing period is from November 12, 2024 to November 18, 2024.

The Board seats available for Tiskilwa are Village President, Village Clerk and 3 Village Trustees all up for re-election for full 4 year terms. 

Any quesitons please reach out to the Village office

Village Water Meter Change out Program

Water Meter Change Out Program

• Location: Village Wide
• Start Date: September 2024
• Completion Date: 2028 (estimated)

The Village of Tiskilwa will be replacing 360 water meters within the Village as part of its multi-year Water Meter Change Out Program that is planned to start towards the end of 2024 and last until the end of 2028 without any issues arising.
The current water meters have been in service for 20 to 30+ years and have exceeded the end of their useful lives. As water meters age, they often lose accuracy, resulting in incorrect billing, non-revenue water loss and eventually water rate increases. The new meters, which have an expected 15+ years of life, will ensure accurate readings and billing.

How They Work:

The New water meters will look similar to the old meters. With the new meters they will operate using cellular endpoints that will be placed inside the residents home close to the new water meter during the install, they will not be placed outside the residents home and will not require any drilling or work needed to be done to the residents home. These new meters will all be connected to our Village office and will transport up to date information directly to the office on an hourly basis and can be identified up to every 15 minutes. 

These new meters will allow for the most accurate water readings as well as damage and anti tampering to the water meters itself. 

These new meters come with brand new technology and analysis to the Village office for the most up to date water readings possible. The residents will also have the opportunity to monitor their own home use and have all up to date information at their fingertips as well. The new system will allow residents to use smartphones to download the free “EyeonWater” app that will give them access to their homes’ water use. This app will give up to date hourly/daily/monthly/yearly usage for homes as well as notify residents of a running water or possible leak detection within their home. The Village will also be notified of any possible leak in any residents home and will connect the individuals as well.

This program is expected to take approximately 4-5 years to complete. When your water meter is set to be replaced, you will receive a letter from the village office requesting a meter change out appointment.

What to Expect

During this appointment, A Village laborer will visit your home to replace the water mater, all free of charge. Each appointment will take approximately 45 minutes to complete, during which the water will be shut off to the home for about 15 minutes. Appointments may be scheduled between the hours of 7:00am and 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Questions

The Village of Tiskilwa appreciates your understanding and help in making this process a success. For any questions please contact the Village Office at 815-646-4400 or send an email through the village website in the comments and suggestions option.

FAQ

What might prevent the installation from occurring?

     – the worker may find that some plumbing repairs will be required prior to the meter installation. The customer is responsible for the water service on their property. If defective plumbing or deteriorated pipes prevent the meter replacement, the customer will be required to hire a licensed plumber to make the necessary repairs.

What is the cost to have my water meter replaced?

     – The water meters are being replaced at no cost to the resident

Do I need to be at home for the meter replacement?

     – Yes. Water meters are located inside, typically in a basement, crawl space or utility area. Someone 18 years or older must be home during the appointment. Please make sure the area around the meter is clear so the installers have room to work. Your existing water meter must be accessible.

How do I schedule an appointment?

     – Once you receive a letter, please contact the Village office by calling 815-646-4400. In the event your call is not answered, please leave a message with your name, address, telephone number, and a time that is best to return your call. If you believe your meter is broken or not working currently please contact the Village and we will try to ensure we replace your meter as quickly as possible or place it at the top priorities for replacement.

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