About Us

Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network is…

  • A Statewide Mutual Aid System for ALL Public Works agencies in Illinois.
  • Public Agencies can help each other with personnel and resources for both natural and man-made disasters.
  • Over 100 Member Agencies Strong!

Federal Directive after 9/11HSPD-8: Expanded definition of 1stresponders to include Public Works personnelIPWMAN Mutual Aid Operations

  • Response is ALWAYS voluntary
  • No charge to recipient for first five days
  • More than five days provider will be reimbursed by the recipient.
  • If state or federal funds become available, IPWMAN response costs may be reimbursable.
  • You MUST JOIN to be eligible for Mutual Aid (exception is declared state or federal disaster)