IDOT is expected to start a three-year Kennedy Expressway construction project between the Edens/Kennedy Junction and Ohio Street.
"We are going to tackle some other project that would have impact if we didn't do them all together, so we are coordinating this work over a three-year period. We're able to get multiple projects done," Schumacher said.that took nine years.The inconvenience is not lost on IDOT officials.
"There is never a good time to do a two-lanes closure on the inbound Kennedy, but the road needs the repairs. We are going to get out there and knock 'em out," Schumacher said. IDOT said it urges motorist to consider public transportation options, like altering work schedules and even working from home to minimize time spent in construction traffic. The project is expected to start on March 20.
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