From Mount Pulaski Chief Anthony West
Use caution when driving near barricaded areas

 

[May 09, 2019] 

I am writing out of concern for the safety of our Mount Pulaski city workers and other utility entities who may be working in areas that have been temporarily barricaded. These barricades are positioned to protect workers AND the general public from possible injury or property damage while they conduct their duties.

I am requesting Mount Pulaski citizens to use another route if you encounter barricades rather than drive around them. If you live on the block being barricaded off, you may CAUTIOUSLY drive around them while paying special attention to the workers and/or equipment that may be present.

This is a safety issue that according to several witnesses has been neglected for the sake of convenience. Please practice safe and responsible driving anytime you are on Illinois roadways as too many Illinois State Police Troopers and other rescue entities have been injured or lost their lives. We are a small community with responsible citizens who have a history of looking out for one another. Let's continue this practice!

Chief Anthony L. West
Mount Pulaski Police Department