(605 ILCS 5/2-220) (from Ch. 121, par. 2-220)
Sec. 2-220.
The Department, after consultation with the Department of 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.
(Source: P.A. 89-445, eff. 2-7-96.)