Traffic & Transit
New La Grange Traffic Light To Go Live Tuesday: Official
The village urges drivers to prepare for the changes in traffic conditions.
LA GRANGE, IL – The traffic light at East Avenue and 47th Street in La Grange is set to go live Tuesday, a village official said.
Village President Mark Kuchler said at Monday's Village Board meeting that the village received the information from the state, which is completing a project at the intersection.
"Motorists and pedestrians navigating through the area and the intersection are encouraged to be vigilant because of the change in traffic conditions," Kuchler said.
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The work, which started in 2024, included the signal, dedicated turn lanes, improved lighting, resurfacing and drainage upgrades.
At a 2022 board meeting, Kuchler said he opposed a traffic light at the intersection. He feared unintended consequences.
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La Grange borders the west side of the intersection, while Brookfield and McCook take up corners on the east side.
Stop signs have controlled the intersection.
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