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Intersection of Route 22 and 21 Construction Updates

July 29, 2010

Before the strike, we notified you that the contractor was preparing the base for pavement on the north and south legs of Route 21 (Milwaukee Avenue). The contractor is completing that work and will begin trim (final grading) work this week. Following that prep work, the contractor will begin placing concrete, following satisfaction of the compaction requirements. Additionally, the contractor is completing the northern portion of the box culvert, which is a very large poured concrete culvert for the unnamed tributary that flows under Route 22. Please focus on the traffic and driving, as these activities can be very distracting to drivers.

ALL BUSINESS ACCESSES HAVE REMAINED OPEN THROUGHOUT THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS. HOWEVER MCDONALD'S AND BP AMOCO'S MILWAUKEE AVENUE ACCESSES WILL BE CLOSED FOR APPROXIMATELY 2 WEEKS. PLEASE USE THEIR ROUTE 22 ACCESSES DURING THIS TIME.

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.

The Village has not received any information regarding a completion date revision due to the strike. However, the date has been revised slightly from September 24th to September 26th. We will notify you of any changes as soon as they are provided to us.

If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Rob Horne by email at or by phone at 847.913.2366. As always, the Village will pass along information as it is provided to us.