Road Maintenance
The Highway Commissioner, along with his road crew, oversees the construction and maintenance of roads within the unincorporated areas of the City of Peru.
Outside the city limits, the Peru Township road crew diligently works to maintain the roadways and provide excellent service for our residents.
The Road District is responsible for a range of services, including road construction, striping, patching, plowing, salting, mowing, and more.
Vehicle Road Permits
Vehicle permits are necessary for vehicles exceeding weight and limit regulations while traveling on Peru Township roads. To request an overweight permit, Contact Road Commissioner Steve Michelini at (815) 228-4507.
Please allow a processing time of 24 hours for vehicle permit approval. Proceed only after receiving your approved permit.
Weight postings will take effect in spring. Road permits will not be issued during these postings. For further inquiries during this period, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Illinois Commerce Commission
The Illinois Commerce Commission serves as a valuable resource for residents wishing to report complaints regarding rough railroad crossings, issues with household movers, or violations related to utility operations and One Call services. Should you encounter any of these matters, please file a complaint with the Commission, and they will conduct an investigation.
- File a Utility Complaint
- File a Railroad Crossing Complaint
- File a Household Goods Movers Complaint
- File a One Call/JULIE Law Violation Complaint
- Report Concerning Relocator Practices
