Remember to Contact J.U.L.I.E. – Call 811 Before You Dig

April is Safe Digging Month

Spring is here and the unseasonably warm temperatures have coaxed many gardeners out to work on their yards or given homeowners a head start on improvement projects. The City of St. Charles would like to remind all residents to contact J.U.L.I.E., the Joint Utility Locating Information for Excavators, by calling 811 before you dig.

“J.U.L.I.E. is a free Illinois one-call system for locating underground facilities,” says Richard Gallas, Assistant Director of Public Works. “It’s state law that J.U.L.I.E. be contacted at least 48 hours before you dig. This allows utilities time to identify and mark their buried pipes, cables, and other facilities with paints and/or flags. Whether you’re planting a tree or building a home addition, remember to call 811 first.”

When you call 811, be ready to provide:

• Your name, address, and phone number
• Company name and address (if applicable)   
• Location of  dig site
• Work involved/reason for dig
• Date work will begin
• Permit number (if applicable)

For more information, contact J.U.L.I.E. at 800-892-0123. For general questions, contact the Public Works Department at 630-377-4405.

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About the City of St. Charles

Friendly neighborhoods, diverse retailers, international employers, innovative schools, beautiful parks, varied cultural amenities, and unique architecture have earned St. Charles its reputation as the Pride of the Fox. Located in both DuPage and Kane counties, the City of St. Charles is 35 miles west of downtown Chicago, and has a population of approximately 33,000. Over 2,100 businesses, consisting of a balanced mix of retailers, restaurants and manufacturing facilities, employ more than 18,000 people. The City of St. Charles was named the #1 City for Families by Family Circle® magazine; one of the “150 Great Places in Illinois,” by the AIA Illinois; and one of the “Top 10 Towns To Live In” by West Suburban Living magazine.