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Portage Park Bike Lanes Get Major Upgrade | Chicago News
Portage Park is getting a major bike lane upgrade after two tragic cyclist deaths on Long Avenue spurred city action. Four key sections are now approved, with construction starting this fall — beginning with Long Avenue resurfacing — and wrapping up by late autumn for about $400K. The new network includes a 1.8-mile stretch on Berteau Ave and expanded routes on Central and Long Avenues, featuring painted lanes and contraflow options. While pedestrian crossings and traffic calming measures are planned near schools, concrete barriers aren’t on the immediate horizon. Community input has driven…
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