Village of Tilton

06/12/2026

ATTENTION TILTON RESIDENTS: STORM DEBRIS CLEANUP

In the wake of the recent storm, the Village of Tilton has a designated dump site for residents to dispose of downed tree limbs and brush. If you are clearing out storm damage from your property, you can bring your yard debris here for free disposal.

📍 Drop-Off Details & Guidelines
Acceptable Materials: Tree limbs, branches, and organic brush only.

Prohibited Items: Please do not bring construction material, lumber, electronics, plastics, or regular household trash.

🛑 Safety Note: Please secure your loads properly when transporting debris through town to keep our roads safe and clear for emergency vehicles and neighbors.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work together to clean up our community!

T.J. George
Public Works Director

06/12/2026

🚨 Storm Cleanup Update 🚨

I want to extend my deepest gratitude to all of our emergency and village departments for their incredible coordination and hard work during tonight's storm.

When the severe weather hit, it was a true team effort to keep Tilton safe:

Our Police, Fire, and EMS personnel were on the front lines, responding to emergencies, managing hazards, and ensuring resident safety.

Our Public Works crews braved the elements during the worst of the storm, working alongside first responders to clear downed trees and branches from the travel lanes.

Thanks to these joint efforts, all major roads were successfully opened and kept passable for emergency vehicles and residents.

What’s next:

🌳 Cleanup Begins: Crews will be out first thing tomorrow morning to start removing the debris from the roadsides.

🚗 Drive Safely: Please use caution when driving around town tomorrow, as heavy equipment and workers will be near the roadways.

Thank you to all of our dedicated first responders and crew members who stepped up when our community needed them most, and thank you to our residents for your continued patience as we finish cleaning up our Village.

Stay safe,

T.J. George

Public Works Director, Village of Tilton

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06/09/2026

Grab Your Sunglasses! Tilton Senior Picnic 🏖️

Current and former residents of the Village of Tilton (ages 60+) are warmly invited to our Senior Picnic!

When: June 20, 2026, at 11:30 AM

Attire: Dress in your favorite beachwear or tropical attire!

RSVP: Call 217-477-0800 (Ext. 100) to reserve your seat.

We can't wait to catch up and enjoy a sunny day together!

06/08/2026

WESTVILLE LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAM
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN; CALL (217-267-3170) TODAY TO SIGN UP!!
*JUNE 22-25
K-2nd GRADES -- 10:00
3rd-6th GRADES--2:00

*JUNE 26
EVERYONE MEETS AT 10:00 ON FRIDAY, JUNE 26th FOR SOME FUN!

Each session will be an hour long with story time, crafts, games, and snacks! Sign up today and CATCH THE READING WAVE!!

06/04/2026

Reminder: If you still have rummage sale signs up, please remove them. We passed an Ordinance in 2025 that says you must remove your signs or there is a $10.00 per sign fine that can be assessed. Also, signs are not allowed on Power/Telephone/Utility poles.

Thank you for your cooperation.

06/03/2026

05/29/2026

I want to thank everyone who came out today to pay tribute to Steve Cornett.
To Ryan Schull who within 24 hours organized the es**rt to bring Steve home.
To the participants of the es**rt thank you. It was a somber moment to see the all the love and respect for Steve as you passed by.

Mayor Billy Wear

05/29/2026

Chief Steven Cornett Es**rt Route Information

Anyone wishing to pay their respects to Chief Steven Cornett and show support for his family is encouraged to line the es**rt route as the procession returns home.

The procession will travel eastbound on Interstate 74 from Urbana and enter the Tilton area via the G Street exit. The route will then proceed east on 5th Street/14th, south on Lane Street, east on Ramp Road, north on Georgetown Road (IL-1), east on Williams Street, and continue to Kruger Funeral Home.

The es**rt is expected to depart Urbana between 10:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Please note that this is an estimated time and may vary depending on travel times other issues that may arise. We should be in be in Tilton between 10:45-11:00a

We encourage anyone who would like to honor Chief Cornett’s years of dedicated service to safely gather along the route and join us in showing respect as he makes his final trip home.

Please watch for emergency vehicles and follow all directions from law enforcement personnel along the route.

Any questions please email
Captain Ryan Schull
[email protected]

05/28/2026

It is with deep sadness that the Village announces the passing of our beloved former Police Chief, Steve Cornett. In honor of his memory and service, Village Hall and the Public Works Department will be closed tomorrow. For emergencies: Please dial 911.
Our thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences are with the Cornett family during this difficult time.