Lawrence Avenue Road Diet

On August 30, 2011, Janet Attarian and Alderman Ameya Pawar shared the following project with the businesses of Ravenswood and some community members.  Check it out:

Lawrence Avenue Road Diet Presentation   https://acrobat.com/#d=vf48ou8Hree00FPWPeKQDw

Alderman Ameya Pawar's comments regarding this project:

"I am fully behind the Lawrence Avenue streetscape project. But I believe the project must be fine-tuned. Beautification and pedestrian oriented development alone will not jumpstart Lawrence Avenue. To make the project successful, pedestrian friendly features and landscaping must be paired with SBIF funding and anchored in the local schools. Amundsen High School, Chappell Elementary and McPherson Elementary all reside in the Western Ave North TIF District. These schools are critical to the success of the streetscape project. That is why I am working with CDOT, CPS and other governmental units to anchor this project in schools while simultaneously making Lawrence Avenue more pedestrian and bike friendly. Additionally, this office will be working with CDOT to ensure all project components are GREEN and leverage new technology to better manage stormwater. I am also working to attract retailers, restaurants and other organizations to Lawrence Avenue."   www.chicago47.org

Aldermanic Update 1/17/12: This is a draft of the streetscape design including proposed trees, mid-block storm water planters and bioswale bump outs and permeable pavers. The city's transportation department is asking for feedback on this design. Email your feedback or questions to Bill@chicago47.org by February 6, 2012.