Submitted By
Bill McKenna, Village Engineer
Agenda Item Title
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Eisenhower Expressway (I-290) Update and Discussion: The Harlem Ave. Interchange (ramps) Design and its effects on Air Quality and Noise Impacts.
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Overview
Overview
As discussed at the February 18, 2015 meeting of the Village Board, a series of Village Board Study Sessions are being held to allow Village Staff to present information related to elements of the future reconstruction of the I-290 through Oak Park. As a part of this meeting, information will be presented related to:
? Harlem Avenue/I-290 interchange design including:
o Ramp configuration heights
o Air Quality Effects
o Noise Impacts
A three dimensional printout of the proposed reconstructed Harlem Avenue/I-290 Interchange is available at Village Hall near the entrance for public viewing. In addition, three dimensional computer simulations are posted on the Village website. These two visual presentations of the reconstructed interchange are meant to inform the public about the proposed spatial relationships with adjacent development that exists today.
Consistent with prior I-290 Study Sessions, the comment page has been opened on the Village website related to the Harlem Avenue Interchange Design and its Air and Noise Impacts. Residents are encouraged to review the information at the link and share their comments on the Harlem Avenue Interchange through Monday, August 24, 2015 at noon. The site can be found at www.oak-park.us/ikecomments
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Anticipated Future Actions/Commitments
Recommendation
There will be a series of Village Board Study Session continuing throughout 2015 in order to provide an opportunity for discussion and consensus related to the reconstruction of I-290. The conclusion of these discussions will be to develop a draft Letter of Intent with the Illinois Department of Transportation. The final Letter of Intent will be presented to the Village Board for formal ...
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