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Robbins moves water payments to police department, reports valve work and new meter need
Summary
Village staff said water payments and permits will be handled at the Robbins police department first floor; the water department reported a valve replacement at 119th St., an estimated need for 50 new meters costing about $15,000, and that shutoffs and notices have begun.
Village officials announced at the April 9 meeting that the water department will operate from the Robbins Police Department first floor for bill payments and permits during regular business hours (9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday–Friday). All other municipal departments will operate from the Community Center at 13800 Trumbull Ave. Residents can still pay water bills via Epay on the village website or by mail.
Water staff reported that a valve replacement at 119th Street is nearing completion and that the village needs at least 50 new water meters, with an estimated cost of $15,000. Officials reminded residents to complete a survey to provide feedback, warned that shutoffs have begun and that shutoff notices are being sent, and announced a water committee meeting on April 18 at 6 p.m.
Public-safety contact procedures: for water-main breaks residents were asked to text 708-270-8180 with name and address rather than calling. The minutes presented the contact number and process as the village’s chosen reporting method.
Why it matters: changes to payment locations and active shutoffs affect residents’ ability to pay and maintain service. The meter purchase and valve work are operational items that require funding and scheduling to avoid service disruptions.
Next steps: water committee follow-up on meter procurement and continued communications to residents about shutoffs and reporting procedures.
