DeKalb Township road staff detail plowing, salt treatment and upcoming paving

DeKalb Township Highway staff described routine operations, a treated‑salt program they say reduces salt use, and upcoming paving work during the township board meeting.

The road district’s long‑time equipment operator, Jeff Harness, introduced himself and explained his role performing large‑equipment moves and plowing primary routes. “I’m Jeff Harness,” he said, listing his tenure and responsibilities. He and Highway Commissioner Craig Smith said they trade on‑call duties and cover the district year‑round.

Board members heard that the district operates with three full‑time employees and relies on mutual coverage when staff are off. Smith (the highway commissioner) described how the township buys salt through the Illinois state…