Senn High School Pedestrian Safety Investments
scroll left and right through the above gallery to see the plans for new raised intersections and bump-outs
Dear Neighbors,
I am pleased to inform you that reconstruction of the four intersections higlighted in the map below will begin on Monday, June 8, 2026. Construction is expected to take twelve (12) weeks, weather permitting. It will be constructed in phases. A detour will be set up as the intersections will need to be closed for reconstruction. See the tentative schedules of the phases below.
PHASE 1 (5 weeks)
Intersection of N. Glenwood Ave. & W. Thorndale Ave
Intersection will be closed for raised intersection installation
Sewer work, ADA corner/curb and gutter improvements
Intersection of N. Glenwood Ave. & W. Rosedale Ave
Intersection will remain open
Curb and gutter, ADA and sidewalk improvements
Installation of detached bumpouts
Sewer work
Intersection of N. Greenview Ave. and W. Thorndale Ave
Intersection will remain open
Sewer work
PHASE 2 (2 weeks)
Intersection of N. Glenwood Ave. & W. Thorndale Ave
Will be opened
Intersection of N. Glenwood Ave. & W. Ardmore Ave
Intersection will be closed for installation of a raised intersection
ADA corner and curb and gutter improvements
Intersection of N. Glenwood Ave. & W. Rosedale Ave
Intersection will remain open
Curb and gutter, ADA, and sidewalk improvements
Sewer work
Intersection of N. Greenview Ave. & W. Thorndale Ave
East leg of the intersection will be closed for installation of a raised crosswalk
North and west leg of the intersection will remain open
PHASE 3 (2-3 weeks)
Intersection of N. Glenwood Ave. & W. Ardmore Ave
Intersection will remain closed for installation of a raised intersection
ADA corner and curb and gutter improvements
Intersection of N. Greenview Ave. & W. Thorndale Ave
East leg will be opened
PHASE 4 (1-2 weeks)
All intersections will be opened
Asphalt placement
Pavement Markings
Sign installation
During construction, temporary “No Parking” signs will be installed as required. These temporary signs will restrict parking during working hours, while adhering to rush hour restrictions. The project will be managed by the Chicago Department of Transportation. Sign up for regular project updates at the48thward.org/news. If you require any additional information, please contact my office at info@the48thward.org or (773) 784-5277.
Yours in community,
Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth - 48th Ward Alderwoman
