Harlem Avenue resurfacing from 62nd to 111th to resume April 4

From staff reports

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that a resurfacing of Harlem Avenue, from 62^nd Street, in Chicago and Summit, to 111^th Street, in Worth, passing through Bedford Park, Bridgeview, Burbank, Chicago Ridge and Palos Hills, will resume, weather permitting, Monday, April 4.

The $5 million project, which consists of resurfacing the six-mile stretch of Harlem Avenue, constructing new ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps and replacing deteriorated curbs, is expected to be completed in early October.

To complete the work daytime and occasional overnight lane closures will take place. Access to residences and businesses within the work zone will be maintained throughout construction.

Motorists can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and equipment.

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