Aptakisic Road Reconstruction Part Of $88M In Lake County Projects

BUFFALO GROVE, IL — The reconstruction and widening of Aptakisic Road will be part of a recently announced $88 million construction program in Lake County. According to the Lake County Division of Transportation, the money is being assigned to infrastructure projects that intend to reduce traffic congestion, increase safety, and reduce carbon emissions on Lake County's transportation system.

The Aptakisic Road reconstruction will turn it into a five-lane roadway cross-section between IL 83 and Buffalo Grove Road. A new multi-use path will be constructed on the north side Aptakisic Road, and a new sidewalk will be constructed on the south side, according to LCDOT.

More than 20 transportation projects will be under construction in 2023, featuring intersection improvements, bridge and culvert replacements, bike path connections, resurfacings, and a new roundabout.

"The Lake County Board is investing more than $750 million over the next six years to maintain and modernize our roads, bridges, and bike paths," Lake County Board Chair Sandy Hart said in a news release. "Through this commitment we are able to address critical transportation needs such as road widenings, safer turn lanes, and other necessary improvements that will reduce congestion, reduce carbon emissions and improve safety for all roadway users across Lake County."

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