ogden avenue improvements project
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celebrate the new ogden avenue at the route 66 car show
Join the City this Saturday, August 29 for the Ogden Avenue Ribbon Cutting!
The City of Berwyn is thrilled to share that the Ogden Avenue Improvements Project has reached substantial completion!
From underground water and sewer improvements to a newly paved roadway, sidewalks, driveways, brick pavers and restored parkways, crews have transformed Ogden Avenue between Harlem and Lombard Avenue-building a stronger, safer and more welcoming corridor for Berwyn's residents, businesses and visitors.
Over the course of the project, crews installed approximately 16,000 feet of new ductile water main-more than three miles of new water main beneath-Ogden Avenue! They also installed approximately 25,000 square feet of new sidewalk and driveway improvements and 45,000 square feet of new brick pavers throughout the parkway.
These improvements represent much more than new pavement and infrastructure: they are an investment in the safety, opportunity and long-term vitality of Ogden Avenue and the Berwyn community.
Now, it's time to celebrate! Join Mayor Lovero, project partners and the Ogden Avenue business community for a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:45 a.m. on Saturday, August 29, at Ogden Top & Trim, 6609 Ogden Avenue.
The ceremony will officially celebrate the completion of the Ogden Avenue Improvements Project and kick off the Berwyn Route 66 Car Show.
For a century, the legendary highway has connected communities, businesses and travelers across the country, with Ogden Avenue proudly serving as Berywn's piece of that history.
Thank you to the residents, business, motorists and community members whose patience and cooperation helped make this transformation possible!
The City of Berwyn is thrilled to share that the Ogden Avenue Improvements Project has reached substantial completion!
From underground water and sewer improvements to a newly paved roadway, sidewalks, driveways, brick pavers and restored parkways, crews have transformed Ogden Avenue between Harlem and Lombard Avenue-building a stronger, safer and more welcoming corridor for Berwyn's residents, businesses and visitors.
Over the course of the project, crews installed approximately 16,000 feet of new ductile water main-more than three miles of new water main beneath-Ogden Avenue! They also installed approximately 25,000 square feet of new sidewalk and driveway improvements and 45,000 square feet of new brick pavers throughout the parkway.
These improvements represent much more than new pavement and infrastructure: they are an investment in the safety, opportunity and long-term vitality of Ogden Avenue and the Berwyn community.
Now, it's time to celebrate! Join Mayor Lovero, project partners and the Ogden Avenue business community for a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:45 a.m. on Saturday, August 29, at Ogden Top & Trim, 6609 Ogden Avenue.
The ceremony will officially celebrate the completion of the Ogden Avenue Improvements Project and kick off the Berwyn Route 66 Car Show.
For a century, the legendary highway has connected communities, businesses and travelers across the country, with Ogden Avenue proudly serving as Berywn's piece of that history.
Thank you to the residents, business, motorists and community members whose patience and cooperation helped make this transformation possible!
PROJECT CONTEXTThe study area is located along Ogden Avenue, also known as Route 66, stretching the entire limits of Berwyn. This corridor has a long history within Berwyn and Ogden Avenue is a main corridor within Berwyn, with the majority of land use being commercial. Berwyn’s Development Corporation recognizes Route 66/Ogden Avenue as one of its four districts, which also includes Roosevelt Avenue, Cermak Road, and The Depot District. A variety of businesses occupy space along Ogden Avenue, including auto related businesses, restaurants, retail and local businesses.
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PROJECT SITE LOCATION - OGDEN AVE from HARLEM AVE to Lombard ave |
Existing Site Conditions
The City is coordinating several major improvements to be designed and constructed during the same time to minimize the duration of impacts to businesses and motorists and to maximize the use of available grant funds. Berwyn recognizes the balance between making infrastructure improvements and ensuring businesses thrive. Therefore, the goal is to make improvements that will upgrade the corridor without compromising mobility or functioning businesses.
