Stump removal is underway for trees removed from public parkways following the August 11 storm. Stumps in front or back yards are NOT a part of this project. Because stump grinding requires different equipment, the crew may arrive after tree and limb removal has finished in your neighborhood.

Think a parkway stump was missed? Contact Dyer Public Works at 219-865-4222 or dpw@townofdyer.com with your address and the stump’s location so staff can check the work list.

We’ll share more information about restoring the areas where stumps are removed and any plans for replacement trees as those details are confirmed. If a standing parkway tree is leaning, damaged, or lifting a sidewalk, please report its location to Public Works for review.

Thank you for your patience as storm recovery continues.

Any questions regarding solid waste removal can be addressed by contacting the Department of Public Works.

Spring Clean-Up will be from April 7th through the 18th (2 weeks). During this time frame, leaves will be picked up and additional dumpsters will be at the Public Works complex for residential use. The leaves need to be placed in the parkway and kept off the streets and away from fire hydrants, storm water drains, and off the sidewalks. Please do not place limbs, rocks, bricks, or any other materials in the leaf pile. The additional dumpsters will be available during normal business hours 7am-3pm and on Saturday, April 12th from 7:00am to 12:00pm.

Leaf removal services are currently being addressed. Leaves need to be placed in the parkway being careful to keep them off the street and away from the fire hydrants, sidewalks and street drains. Please make sure only leaves are placed in the pile as anything else may cause damage to the equipment and operators. Branch and limb pickup has been suspended during this time and will resume on December 9th. 

A survey was included in your monthly utility bill, however, you can use the links below to access a copy of the printed survey or to access the online survey.  Please complete this survey at your earliest convenience or by July 31, 2024.

https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/e73c214cd5e24f42bd31143c3462cb93 

If you need assistance completing this survey or have questions, please contact the Department of Public Works at 219-865-4222 or by email at dpw@townofdyer.com. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

Hydrant flushing is routine maintenance for a water system and accomplishes the following:

•     Improves water quality by removing minerals that have collected in the water mains

•     By removing these minerals, the inside diameter of a water main is increased and therefore allows a better flow of water

•     A fire hydrant is a mechanical device; operation of a hydrant lubricates internal mechanisms

•     Hydrant deficiencies are noted and repaired as necessary to insure each hydrant will perform when needed for an emergency

Hydrant flushing may cause lower water pressure or temporarily discoloring the water during the process. If your water becomes discolored, run your cold tap for about 15 minutes or until the water runs clear.

If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Public Works at 219-865-4222.