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Hanover Tile reconstruction and $1.4M property assessments

The county wants to replace a failing 1886-era tile drain, and the bill would fall hardest on a handful of landowners — some facing six-figure assessments. Residents say the cost is unaffordable and that Illinois runoff, raised roads and county highway culverts made the flooding worse. The board put off any decision to September 16 and wants more information on those outside contributions.

4 mentionsLast discussed Aug 19, 2026