Peoria Standard

Sidewalk construction is ongoing at several intersections along Jefferson Avenue as part of the Adams Street and Jefferson Avenue One-Way to Two-Way Conversion Project.

Current sidewalk work is taking place at 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, near the Peoria County Courthouse; and the northeast corner of NE Jefferson Avenue and Fayette Street, near 301 NE Jefferson Avenue.

Pedestrians are advised to use caution in these areas. The city stated, "As a reminder, when sidewalks are closed, pedestrians should use caution in the area and cross the street at the next available intersection."

On-street parking restrictions are in effect. According to city instructions, "On-street parking restrictions are marked. Drivers should look for unbagged, available parking meters for on-street parking. If parking meters are bagged with 'No Parking' signs, drivers should not park in those spots."

The city also noted that further restrictions will be announced as the project continues: "Additional parking, lane, and sidewalk restrictions will be forthcoming as the Adams Street and Jefferson Avenue One-Way to Two-Way (OWTW) Conversion Project progresses."

Drivers are reminded to watch for workers in these areas and observe no-parking zones. The release emphasized that "extra caution should be exercised in the area."