AURORA, Ill. – To keep local motorists informed about congestion and the status of ongoing road projects, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, will be hosting a Road Construction Update with representatives from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) on Thursday, Feb. 19 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Eola branch of the Aurora Public Library, located at 555 S. Eola Rd.
“In the end, the new infrastructure will help alleviate congestion, shorten commute times, improve public safety and save money for motorists,” Kifowit said. “However, during construction times, it can be very frustrating. Keeping residents informed of progress, proposed completion times and giving them alternate route ideas will help mitigate some of stress on motorists.”
Kifowit’s Road Construction Update will feature a representative from IDOT and representatives from local counties and municipalities who will be discussing current and upcoming infrastructure projects in the area. Projects to be discussed include the widening of Route 59 between New York Street/Aurora Avenue and Ferry Road, the creation of an overpass over the Canadian National Railroad tracks on Ogden Avenue, and the resurfacing of New York Street in Aurora. In addition to learning how these projects will help reduce congestion, attendees will also be able to make suggestions for future infrastructure improvements.
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“Keeping residents informed of important projects in the district is very important to me,” Kifowit said. “I am hosting this construction update to help area families and hear their concerns about local congestion. I encourage residents who have suggestions or concerns to attend this meeting and have their voices heard.”
This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Kifowit’s constituent service office by phone at 630-585-1308, by email at Stephanie.Kifowit@att.net, or by visiting www.ILDistrict84.com.
