Public Works
Hydrant Flushing
On the week of June 21st,2021, and the week of June 28th, 2021, the Jerome Public Works
department will be flushing fire hydrants near your home or business. The Illinois Environmental
Protection Agency requires that all fire hydrants be tested and flushed on a twice-yearly basis.
This allows us to flush any sediment from valves, hydrants, and water mains, allowing for clean
healthy water.
You may notice discoloration and possibly some sediment in your water. You may want to run
a small amount of water in your bathtub to get any sediment out of your water system. There is
no need to boil water or take any other measures. It is recommended to run water from an
outdoor spigot or a bathtub faucet to clear your system of any discoloration or sediment. Please
see this website for instructions on flushing your home or business water system.
Hydrants will be flushed in zones in relation to the loop of Jerome’s water system. Zones are as
follows: Week 1 includes Zones 1 through 5. Week 2 is Zones 6 through 8
- Zone 1: North side of Wabash Ave.
- Zone 2: South side of Wabash Ave.
- Zone 3: Calland Dr., Jerome Ave., and intersections of Jerome Ave.
- Zone 4: W. Grand Ct., Vernon Ave., and all intersections of Vernon Ave.
- Zone 5: Alberta Ln., Reed Ave., and all intersections of Reed Ave.
- Zone 6: Barbara Ct., Homewood Ave., and all intersections of Homewood Ave.
- Zone 7: Glenn Ave., and all intersections of Glenn Ave.
- Zone 8: Iles Ave. from Owens Ln. to Welch
Thank you for your patience and understanding while we do our flushing and maintenance.
Any questions you may call Public Works directly.
Street Sweeping
Starting September 14th, 2020 the Village of Jerome Public Works will be sweeping along
streets and valley gutters. We are asking that residents, visitors, and contractors refrain
from parking and or placing garbage cans in the gutters on the following streets during the
hours of 7:30 am to 2:30 pm until September 18th, 2020 at 2:30 pm. The streets and dates
listed are in the order they will be done. Thank you for your cooperation.
- Welch St. 9/14/20
- Homewood Ave. 914/20
- Glenn Ave. 9/14/20-9/15/20
- Leonard St. 9/15/20
- Owens Ln. 9/15/20
- Homewood Ct. 9/15/20-9/16/20
- Barbara Ct. 9/16/20
- Reed Ct. 9/16/20
- W. Grand Ct. 9/16/20
- Calland Dr. 9/16/20
- Lincoln (Iles to Maple) 9/17/20
- Alberta Ln. 9/17/20
- Scott Ct. 9/17/20
- JeromeAve. 9/17/20
Will also be doing other streets and areas as needed.
This will allow us to properly clean the valley gutters to allow for proper water flow.
Any questions please contact Public Works 217-546-9647
West Grand Court Project Update
Weather permitting the paving will commence on Wednesday. It is planned that most of the work will be done by the end of the week.
Water Meter Replacement and Road Work
Date: August 15, 2019
To: The Residents of the Village of Jerome
Re: Timeline for Installation of Smart Water Meters by Harvey Dye Plumbing
August 16, 2019 – Harvey Dye Plumbing brings equipment to Jerome and parks it off Reed Avenue by Jerome Park.
August 19, 2019 – Installation of Smart water meters begins. Please call the Village garage if you have questions 546-9647.
Most meter installations will only require the resident’s water to be off for a few minutes. If a longer time is needed for a particular meter the installation will be scheduled at a later date.
Installation is scheduled to run through September 6, 2019. This date may be extended due to weather or any unforeseen issues that would arise.
There is going to be a lot of activity in the Village of Jerome over the next few weeks. The reconstruction of West Grand Court and the installation of smart meters is going to make for some construction congestion in the Village. We appreciate your patience during this time. If any JULIE markings or flags are present on your property please do not disturb them. This makes everyone’s job a lot easier.
Any questions about installation procedures or why your property may have JULIE markings or Flags on it please call the Village garage at 546-9647.
Thank you,
David Wilken
Public Works Supervisor
Village of Jerome
Snow Emergency Route Change
The Village Board has designated several streets as snow emergency routes, meaning vehicles cannot be parked on the road when a snow emergency is declared. This allows snow plows to move through narrow streets unimpeded. Along with Homewood Court, Barbara Court, Reed Court, Scott Court and West Grand Court, the west side of Lincoln Avenue has recently been designated a snow emergency route. Please help out our Public Works staff by observing these designations. Vehicles left on these roads will be towed.