THE ROAD DISTRICT MOWS THE ROADSIDES THREE TIMES A YEAR

Roadsides are mowed an average of three times a year.  With almost 100 miles of road, this is time consuming.  It takes about three passes on each side of the road.

The Road District also trims trees on the right-of-way and removes dead trees that are wholly on the right-of-way.  Trees that overhang the road damage the asphalt and must be trimmed.

PROCEED WITH CAUTION

Use caution when approaching a flag person.  The flagger will be working very close to your traffic lane.  Slow down and be prepared to obey the signals of the flag person.  You must stop if signaled to do so and remain stopped until signaled to proceed.  When directed to proceed, drive slow and be prepared to stop.  Flaggers are present during road repair, maintenance and for tree trimming which is a year round project.

TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT IN CONSTRUCTION ZONES

Warm weather means it is time to repair roads.  Road Work signs are posted far enough ahead to give you time to adjust your speed for any unusual conditions. 

When you see these signs, workers will be working close to your traffic lane.  Follow the signs and adjust your speed, be alert and keep a safe distance between your vehicle and all traffic barriers. 

The minimum fine for speeding in a construction zone when workers are present is $375 for the first offense and $1,000 for a second or subsequent offense.

Use caution when approaching a flag person.  Slow down and be prepared to obey the signals of the flag person.  Drivers must stop if signaled to do so.

Be alert and remain stopped until signaled to proceed.  When directed to proceed, drive slowly, and be prepared to stop.

In addition to road repair and maintenance, tree trimming is a year-round Road District project to help preserve the pavement on township roads.