(309) 266-5361 Village Hall - 120 North Main Street Morton, Illinois 61550

Natural Gas Distribution Department


The Gas Distribution Department of the Village of Morton consists of three field technicians under the direction of the Superintendent of Gas Distribution.  The Superintendent of Gas Distribution is Scott Stidman.

The Gas Department is responsible for installation, replacement and maintenance of gas mains, valves, service lines, meters, regulators, radios and odorization equipment.  The Gas Department’s responsibility stops at the outlet side of the customer gas meter, unless the meter is located more than 3 feet away from the dwelling.

The Superintendent of Gas Distribution also acts as the Assistant Superintendent of Water Distribution.  The Gas Department and the Water Distribution Department cross train with one another.  Cross training allows the two departments to work as one team during times of emergency which effectively doubles the number of qualified personnel.  The two departments also share building facilities, equipment and on-call responsibilities.


The documents below contain more information on various topics pertaining to the natural gas service provided by the Village of Morton.  Please click on the titles below to learn more.

How to Report a Natural Gas Odor or Suspected Leak

FAQ – Morton Municipal Gas

SensusRF Radio Safety Information

Customer Notice Regarding Underground Piping

Natural Gas Safety Information (English & Spanish Versions)

Application for New Natural Gas Service

Standards for Gas Meter Installation and Customer Piping

JULIE Information – Call 811 Before You Dig

JULIE Notice Timeline Changes Effective 1.1.2025

Summary of HB5546 (JULIE Timeline Changes) for Excavators and Facility Owners or Operators

Natural Gas Generator Information – Please review BEFORE applying for a natural gas generator permit

Natural Gas Generator Permit Application

Customer Piping Information

Meter Change Program

Natural Gas Appliance Maintenance & Safety

Unvented Natural Gas Heaters & Fireplaces

Carbon Monoxide Detector Act

Snow Advisory Bulletin

CSST Safety Message

Excess Flow Valve Letter