Public Works

The Public Works Department oversees the operations of many other city departments.

• The Director of Public Works. 
• Reports directly to the Mayor and the City Council.
• Contact Info: 309-792-0571 (City Hall) or 309-755-8747 (Henry County Dispatcher for after hours)

Building Department

• Mission: Upkeep of all city-owned buildings and grounds

• Mission: The City Inspectors inspect remodeling and new construction work being done that require a city building permit.
• The Inspectors are part-time and require 48 hours notice for inspections.
• Building Inspector- Kevin Kluck, 309-737-5963
• Electrical Inspector- Mike Nance, 309-781-6571
• Plumbing Inspector- Justin Dennis, 309-236-5250

Park Department

• Mission: Upkeep of all park areas and grounds

Colona's Scott Family Park

• Mission: Provide recreational opportunities for Colona residents and the general public

• Contact Info: 309-714-5514

Sewer Department

• Mission: Upkeep of all lift stations, sewer mains and manholes

Street Department

• Mission: Upkeep on all drainage, roads, snow plowing, tree trimming, etc.

Waste Water Treatment Plant

• Mission: Upkeep and operation of the sewer treatment plant, daily testing, sludge removal and reports to the IEPA

Water Department

• Mission: Maintain all wells, water mains and distribution system, replacement of water meters, chemical treatment, water testing, reports to IEPA

Zoning

• Mission: Enforce City Zoning Ordinance.  Review any zoning request or related questions.

Public Works Committee

Meets the 1st Monday of the month.

Chair: Larry Swemline, Alderman 2nd Ward

• Members: Tom Jones, Alderman 3rd Ward; VACANT, Alderman 4th Ward
• Ryan Erichsen Public Works Director, Zoning Officer