Glenview Readers Support Willow Road Widening

Glenview Patch readers who last week regarding Northfield’s approval of widening Willow Road overwhelmingly agree with the decision.   

The vote by the Village of Northfield June 18 gave the green light to an intergovernmental agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to .  

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Currently, the 1.2 miles of roadway is two lanes wide and causes serious congestion for nearby residents and commuters, in addition to being deemed

Of the 100 people who participated in the poll which asked "Are you in Favor of Expanding Willow Road to Four Lanes," 83 percent of the voters were in favor, agreeing that the widening project is needed and will reduce congestion in the area.

Meanwhile, 17 percent of poll takers believe increasing the roadway to four lanes will "create new issues and safety concerns."

The widening of Willow Road has been an issue hitting the headlines since late 2010, and is a heavy one for both Northfield residents and those of neighboring communities like Glenview and Northbrook who travel the area during commutes.  

In addition to the road widening, the plan includes bridge work, sidewalks and other aesthetic improvements to the area.  It is expected to begin in the spring of 2013 and will cost Northfield $1.3 million, while the state's price tag will be $33.7 million. 

Want to share your opinon regarding the Willow Road widening project? Submit a letter to the editor: joanna@patch.com. To browse previously submitted letters on the topic, click