Peoria Standard

Sidewalk construction is underway at multiple intersections along Jefferson Avenue as part of the Adams Street and Jefferson Avenue One-Way to Two-Way Conversion Project. The work is currently focused on several key locations.

The intersections affected include the southeast corner of SW Jefferson Avenue and Liberty Street near 244 SW Jefferson Avenue, the southwest corner of NE Jefferson Avenue and Hamilton Boulevard close to the Peoria County Courthouse, the northeast corner of NE Jefferson Avenue and Fayette Street near 301 NE Jefferson Avenue, and the southwest corner of Main Street and SW Jefferson Avenue near 333 Main Street. According to city officials, work at Main Street and SW Jefferson Avenue is nearing completion.

Residents are reminded that when sidewalks are closed due to construction, pedestrians should exercise caution in the area and cross at the next available intersection.

Parking restrictions are in place throughout the project area. Drivers are advised to look for unbagged parking meters for available on-street parking. If meters are covered with “No Parking” signs, those spots should not be used.

Additional parking, lane, and sidewalk restrictions will be announced as progress continues on the conversion project.

City officials urge drivers to remain alert for workers in these areas and pay attention to no-parking zones. Extra caution is recommended while traveling through these sections of Jefferson Avenue.