Route 22 and Milwaukee Avenue Intersection Improvements

LAST WEEK WE INFORMED YOU THAT SINCE THE WEATHER AND SCHEDULE HAVE BEEN FAVORABLE, THE CONTRACTOR WOULD BE SWITCHING THE EAST/WEST TRAFFIC OF ROUTE 22 TRAFFIC ON TO THE NEW PAVEMENT THE WEEK OF JUNE 14th.

THIS SCHEDULE HAS CHANGED.

THE CONTRACTOR HAS PUSHED THE SCHEDULE TO FRIDAY, JUNE 11th, THEREFORE, PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE MESSAGE BOARDS AND THE NEW LANE CONFIGURATION. THESE TRAFFIC PATTERN CHANGES WILL TAKE TIME TO BECOME ACCUSTOM TO.

The contractor is currently preparing the base for pavement on the north and south legs of Route 21 (Milwaukee Avenue). Next week, following the lane switch, the contractor will be mobilizing their pavement removal equipment to start removing the old pavement on Route 22. Please focus on the traffic and driving, as these activities can be very distracting to drivers.

The project remains on schedule for a completion date of September 24, 2010.

As a reminder, reduced speed limits will still be in effect in this and all construction zones, whether or not workers are present. Drivers should continue to watch for changing traffic patterns and use caution, especially when workers are present. Police agencies have zero tolerance for drivers speeding in work zones. The minimum penalty for speeding in a work zone is $375. Posted signs advise motorists of a $10,000 fine and 14-year jail sentence for hitting a roadway worker.

If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Rob Horne at (847) 913-2366, or via email at rhorne@village.lincolnshire.il.us.