IDOT to Host Open House on IL 91 Widening and Resurfacing in Dunlap

Hearing Encourages Public Comment on Proposed Improvements

PEORIA – The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will host a public hearing on Tuesday, June 14th to present the proposed improvements to Illinois Route 91 from just south of Legion Hall Road to just north of Rock Island Trail in Dunlap, Illinois.

The public hearing is being held in an open house format, which means interested residents can attend any time from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Dunlap Valley Middle School
13120 North Route 91
Dunlap, Illinois 61525

Proposed improvements include:

• Widening and resurfacing of Illinois Route 91
• New sidewalk on both sides for the length of the project
• Left and right turn lanes at the intersection of Illinois Route 91 and Legion Hall Road
• A center two-way left turn lane on Illinois Route 91 for the length of the project
• On-road bicycle accommodations
• New curb, gutter, and storm sewers for length of project

The purpose of the public hearing is to provide information about the proposed improvements and to receive comments. Right-of-way will be required from several properties for the proposed improvements. Exhibits, drawings, and aerial photos will be available for review. In addition, IDOT staff members will be available to answer questions.

The meeting is accessible to special needs individuals. Anyone needing special assistance should contact Mr. Tom Lacy, IDOT Studies and Plans Engineer, at (309) 671-3333.

All written correspondence regarding this project can be mailed to IDOT at the address indicated below:

Mr. Tom Lacy, Studies and Plans Engineer
Re: IL 91 Widening and Resurfacing in Dunlap
Illinois Department of Transportation
401 N. Main Street
Peoria, Illinois 61602