Lipinski Lands Federal Grant for Justice Tollway Ramp Project

JUSTICE, IL -- The Village of Justice has been awarded federal funding of nearly $13.5 million to cover it’s share of a new tollway ramp to be constructed at 88th Street and Cork Avenue at I-294. The project consists of the addition of a Tri-State Tollway northbound and southbound entrance ramp at I-294.

“This is fantastic news for the Village of Justice and the surrounding area,” said Congressman Dan Lipinski, who procured the federal funding. “Once completed, this much-needed project will improve access to and from I-294 for local residents and businesses, and help open the door to future economic development within the village and neighboring communities.”

The project also includes intersection improvements along 88th/Cork Avenue at 79th Street and Archer Road. In addition, the Illinois Tollway will be constructing a future northbound entrance ramp from Archer Road with the Central Tri-State Reconstruction Project.

“This is an original impact project that will positively affect several municipalities by creating an economic surge, and provide a positive environmental impact by allowing for reductions in fuel usage and improving roadway safety and mobility,” Justice Mayor Kris Wasowicz said.

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