Traffic & Transit
Brighton Park Neighbors Upset With Traffic Impact From Bike Lane Project On Archer Avenue
Daniel Patlan said, in the 46 years he's lived here, he hasn't been this disturbed by what's going on in his community until now.
December 5, 2025
Residents in Brighton Park said their side streets and alleys are overflowing with traffic, as drivers look to get around backups on Archer Avenue after the Chicago Department of Transportation installed new bike lanes.
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Many in Brighton Park have been asking why construction for new bike lanes is underway in December, and they are not happy with the end result that will reduce Archer Avenue from four lanes to two.
Daniel Patlan said, in the 46 years he's lived in Brighton Park, he hasn't been this disturbed by what's going on in his community until now.
