Mechanicsburg, Illinois
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Buffalo-Mechanicsburg Police Department
Buffalo-Mechanicsburg Police Department
Use of ATVs, Go-Karts, Golf Carts
For reference see the Illinois Statutes 625 ILCS 5/11-1426.1 and the Village of Mechanicsburg Motor Vehicle Code 24-10-1, Article VIII - Neighborhood Vehicles (pages 24-23 and 24-24).
To legally operate a non-highway vehicle on Illinois roads, you must have a valid driver's license and follow several conditions, such as only using roads where the speed limit is 35 miles per hour or less. The speed limit requirement does not apply when non-highway vehicles are just crossing through an intersection. Non-highway vehicles must have the following features to be used on roads that allow them:
Brakes
Steering apparatus
Tires
Rearview mirror
Red reflectorized warning devices in the front and rear
A sign indicating it is a slow-moving vehicle located on the rear of the vehicle
Headlight that emits a white light visible from 500 feet to the front
Tail lamp emitting a red light visible from at least 100 feet from the rear
Brake lights
Turn signals
Mandatory insurance requirements also apply.
Contacting the Buffalo-Mechanicsburg Police Department
Call 911 for emergencies and to report concerns. Information will be routed to the on-duty officer. If no officer is on duty, the Sangamon County Sheriff will respond. This documents the issue for the local police department.
Spring/Summer 2024 Community Events
Village Clean-up - Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 7 a.m. to Noon at Community (new) Park.
No flammable or hazardous materials. No electronics, appliances, yard waste, or tires. Must be Mechanicsburg resident.Electronics Disposal for Mechanicsburg Township - Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 9 a.m. to Noon.
220 W. Elizabeth St., Buffalo, IL. Must show proof of residency in Mechanicsburg Township.4th of July Celebration - Thursday, July 4, 2024. Parade at 4 p.m., food trucks, Fireworks at dusk.
Schedule Free Large Item Pick Up
Sangamon County residents (outside Springfield city limits) are eligible for Habitat for Humanity Free Large Item pick-up. Habitat for Humanity is able to pick-up items Monday-Friday. Item(s) must be on public property (curbside) before 5 a.m. per Sangamon County. If residents have any questions, please call (217) 523-2790.
Learn about items accepted and prohibited on the Sangamon County large item pick-up website.
To schedule the pickup, call (217) 523-2710 or book online.
Upcoming Board Meetings at Village Hall
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Trash and Recycling Service
Call 217-391-0638 for assistance from Republic Services.
Your hometown
Founded in 1832, Mechanicsburg, Illinois, is a growing community conveniently located between Decatur and Springfield. With quality, small schools, three parks, growing subdivisions, and a local police department, Mechanicsburg is a great place to call home.