CITY OF MARENGO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. Can you park your vehicle on the street overnight?
A. No – City ordinance states no overnight parking between the hours of 12am-6am. * You can register 6 nights a year
for overnight street parking. Go here to register for overnight parking.
Q. Does the City of Marengo require dog tags?
A. No- this is handled by McHenry County animal control at 815-459-6222
Q. What is the non-emergency police number?
A. 815-568-7231 or emergency call 911
Q. Can you burn leaves/twigs in City limits?
A. No open burning is allowed. Twice a year Public Works does brush pick-up. Leaves through Marengo Disposal
with yard bags.
Q. Who do I call to start garbage service?
A. Marengo Disposal Company (MDC) 815-568-7274
Q. Who handles our utilities?
A. Electric – ComEd, Cable – Charter or AT&T U Verse, Gas – Nicor, Water & Sewer City of Marengo
Q. How many pets are you allowed in City limits?
A. 4
Q. Are chickens allowed in City limits?
A. No
Q. What are curfew hours?
A. 17 years or younger M-F 11pm, S and S 12am
Q. Where can I drop off prescription drugs?
A. Police Department (needles, syringes, inhalers, and liquids are NOT accepted) ONLY pills and medicated patched
Q. Who is my Alderman/Mayor?
A. Please go here to find out who the elected officials are.
Q. Are garage sale permits required? And how many sales can you have?
A. Yes garage sale permits are required for $5. You are allowed 2 garage sales a year totaling 6 days. Please go here to get a garage sale application.
Q. Who do I call for a building permit?
A. 815-568-2669
Q. Who do I call if I have questions/concerns about my water bill? How do I set up my water bill?
A. 815-596-0127 or email utilitybilling@cityofmarengo.com
Q. What are the hours for the noise ordinance?
A. Chapter 43: Residential Between the hours of 11 p.m. and 7 a.m./Construction Between the hours of 7 a.m. and 8
p.m. on weekdays. and Between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
BAG AND TAG YOUR YARD WASTE
Leaves, grass clippings, garden waste, root balls, potted plants, dead plants, small sticks and twigs are considered yard waste. All yard waste should be put in 30 gallon paper bags and tagged for Marengo Disposal to pick up on your regular trash day. Yard waste will not be removed if it is left on the curbside not bagged and tagged, or if it is not in tagged 30 gallon paper bag. Do NOT place yard waste in dumpsters or drop boxes. If you have any questions regarding bagging and tagging yard waste, contact Marengo Disposal at 815-568-7274. “See Marengo City Ordinance Section 6.07 DEBRIS IN STREETS”
Why Paper Bags Matter in Yard Waste Disposal
To ensure effective and eco-friendly yard waste removal, please use a 30-gallon paper bag, which you can find at most hardware stores. These paper bags are not just convenient, but also essential for easy composting. Make sure to only include leaves and yard or grass clippings in these bags. For items like long sticks, branches, or limbs, create separate bundles that are up to 4 feet long and weigh no more than 40 pounds. Following these guidelines helps us turn your yard waste into valuable compost.
TORNADO SIREN
The tornado siren is tested at approximately 10 a.m. on the 1st Tuesday of every month . In an emergency, when the siren is sounded, seek shelter and tune your radio to a local station (105.5 FM or 1600 AM) for more information.
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT PARKING
Recently the Marengo Police Department has fielded several complaints regarding vehicle parking in the Central Business District. This posting is just a reminder that downtown patrons and business owners alike should make a conscious effort to respect and follow the parking regulations so all can enjoy the downtown experience. The exact regulation is posted below.
15.06(F) TWO-HOUR PARKING:
Unless otherwise posted, two-hour parking shall be permitted in the Central Business District.
Specifically, complaints focus on vehicles being parked in the Central Business District, for longer than the allotted time limit. If downtown patrons and business owners are intending to stay in the area for longer than two hours, it is recommended individuals use the City’s Municipal Lots, which are conveniently located to allow access to the Central Business District. Please remember allowing for the flow and rotation of vehicles in the downtown area helps to stimulate patronage to our businesses, which benefits the entire community. At the very least compliance to the above stated regulation is the courteous thing to do for our fellow residents and patrons alike. Thank you in advance for assisting the Marengo Police Department in preserving the qualities of our town.
15.14 TRAVEL TRAILERS AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
Parking of travel trailers, utility trailers or other recreational vehicles shall only be permitted behind the front property line between the dates of April 15 and October 15. The parking area must be paved in accordance with Chapter 8, off street parking and loading. After October 15 and prior to April 15, the parking of travel trailers, utility trailers and/or other recreational vehicles shall only be permitted behind the building setback line.
DROP-OFF BOX FOR PAYMENTS OR PERMIT APPLICATIONS
For your convenience, the City of Marengo now has two 24 hour drop-off boxes located at the City Hall office at 132 E. Prairie Street, as well as the MAIN entrance off of the municipal parking lot. These drop boxes are for payments and permit applications. Do NOT put yard waste in the drop box.
GARAGE SALES
City residents are allowed to hold two garage sales per year totaling 6 days. A permit is required for each garage sale at a cost of $5.00. Permits can be obtained at the City Hall or downloaded here. Please note that garage sale signs cannot be posted on any public property including the parkway, light poles or parkway trees
