A construction warning sign went up indicating that resurfacing of Villa Street from Lake Street to Willard Avenue will begin on May 8.
Villa Street is a main access route directly into Downtown Elgin (at one time, it was US 20, then Business Route US 20 until it was stripped of the designation). It is probably, of all the main streets in Elgin, in the worst condition. The construction will undoubtedly create some traffic headaches, but it will be worth it in the end.
The project was made possible from revenue via the recently increased sales tax within the city. Currently a four lane street, it will be converted to three wider lanes, consisting of a center turn lane and one through lane in each direction. Bike lanes have also been recommended, consistent with the city's master plan.
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