Storm Cleanup and Public Works Infrastructure Repairs
Plainfield
Summary
Because the village was omitted from the state's central management road salt purchasing program, the board authorized purchasing 2,500 tons of road salt directly from Midwest Salt for nearly $290,000 to ensure winter readiness.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
The salt purchase totals $289,825, which is accommodated within the municipal budget and previous savings.
Village residents and motorists benefit from maintained winter road safety conditions.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Meeting of the President and the Board of Trustees - Aug 17, 2026
Because the village was omitted from the state's central management road salt purchasing program, the board authorized purchasing 2,500 tons of road salt directly from Midwest Salt for nearly $290,000 to ensure winter readiness.
Meeting of the President and the Board of Trustees - Jun 15, 2026
Public Works crews worked extensively to clean up widespread tree debris from a recent microburst storm, while the board approved major equipment and sewer maintenance contracts.
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