Work To Resume On Peoria North University Street March 16

From the City of Peoria:

March 13, 2020

Minimal impact to area motorists; some daytime lane changes

PEORIA – March 13, 2020 – Construction will resume on North University Street from Pioneer Parkway to Townline Road beginning the week of Monday, March 16, weather permitting. Motorists should expect intermittent daytime lane shifts, however, there will be limited traffic disruption during the final project phase.

The project includes a complete reconstruction and modernization of the roadway with added sidewalk, a multiuse path, upgraded lighting and stormwater solutions. While the majority of the project was completed in 2019, remaining work on the sidewalk, bike path, lighting improvements, landscaping and final striping will unfold this spring and is slated to wrap up come early summer.

This project is funded by grants from the U.S. Department of Commerce and Illinois Department of Transportation with matching funds provided by the City of Peoria.

The Public Works Department appreciates the public’s patience as we continue to work on this important roadway improvement which aligns with the City’s goal to build safe, livable and attractive infrastructure that supports business and job growth.

Motorists and pedestrians are urged to use extreme caution when navigating through construction zones.

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