Illinois Code § 605 ILCS 5/2-220

The Department, after consultation with the Department of
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Natural Resources, shall, where appropriate,
maintain in forested lands, rather than grasslands, Department-controlled
property adjacent to and between divided lanes of State highways. In
determining where such forestation is appropriate, the Department shall
consider whether such forestation would:

 
(a) enhance the scenic quality of the highway;

 
(b) provide additional habitat for wildlife;

 
(c) result in a financial savings from reduced grassland maintenance;

 
(d) enhance air quality;

 
(e) serve as
a deterrent to soil erosion;

 
(f) not hinder drivers' visibility or otherwise create a
traffic hazard; and

 
(g) be fiscally prudent considering the availability of low cost or no cost
nursery stock as provided by the Department of Natural Resources.

(605 ILCS 5/Art. 3 heading)
 
ARTICLE 3. 
 

FEDERAL AID

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