Logan Square will be getting a $27 million makeover through the Milwaukee Avenue Roadway Reconstruction and Streetscape Improvement project.
The Logan Square community was joined by Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Chicago Department of Transportation Commissioner Tom Carney, and 35th Ward Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa to celebrate the start of construction Wednesday morning.The multi-million project will involve reconstructing Milwaukee Avenue from Belmont Avenue to Logan Square and creating new public outdoor spaces while increasing safety for drivers.
"The Milwaukee Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project is not just about rebuilding a roadway; it is about creating a safer, more inviting space that supports local businesses, enhances pedestrian safety, and celebrates the cultural heritage of this community." The project should also improve pedestrian access and enhance safety for people walking and biking. New protected off-street bicycle paths will be added around the Square.
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