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Traffic Restrictions and Driveway Access Limits on Bishop & Brown Streets During Construction

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The City of West Chicago’s Bishop Street and Brown Street Water Main and Streets Rehabilitation Project is underway, with substantial completion anticipated by August 2025, weather permitting. Construction activities will occur along Bishop Street from Forest Avenue to Brown Street, and along Brown Street from Bishop Street to Neltnor Boulevard (IL-59).

During construction, motorists traveling in the project area may experience temporary traffic restrictions and limited driveway access during work hours. Construction is scheduled to take place during the following times:

  • During the regular school year: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday
  • During summer break: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday

All streets will remain open to traffic at the end of each workday. Mail delivery, package delivery, and waste collection services are not expected to be disrupted.

Impacted Resident Notifications & Overnight Street Parking

Impacted property owners have been provided with detailed project information. Any necessary future updates will be communicated directly by City staff or the City’s authorized contractors and consultants.

Overnight Street Parking

A blanket overnight parking permit is in place for residents affected by construction. All other local parking restrictions and signage shall be obeyed in the construction zone. The City’s Police Department can be reached at (630) 293-2222 for any questions.

Project Details & Contact Information

View additional information regarding project scope, maps, and contact details, by visiting the City’s 2025 Capital Improvement Projects on the City’s website at westchicago.org/public-works/#capitalimprovements.

Waves of DuPage: Beautiful Cities Public Art Project on Display through September

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The City of West Chicago is proud to announce its participation in the WAVES OF DUPAGE: Ukiyo-e Public Art Project, a collaborative countywide initiative celebrating culture, creativity, and community through public art.  A special West Chicago Public Art Celebration will be held on Friday, June 13, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Gallery 200, located at 103 W. Washington Street in downtown.  Remarks from community and project representatives will begin at 5:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

The centerpiece of the celebration is the installation of a new mural by Naperville-based artist Rich Lo, who was commissioned by the College of DuPage, McAninch Arts Center, and Cleve Carney Museum of Art to create large-scale works inspired by the traditional Japanese art style of ukiyo-e.  West Chicago’s mural features the West Chicago Community High School, a landmark that will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.

About the WAVES OF DUPAGE Project

In coordination with the 2025 exhibition Hokusai and Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, the College of DuPage and its partners have launched the WAVES OF DUPAGE: Ukiyo-e Public Art Project.  This initiative paired communities across DuPage County with artist Rich Lo, who has created original artworks in the ukiyo-e style, a form of traditional Japanese woodblock printing known for its bold lines, natural themes, and expressive storytelling.  Each mural highlights a significant location from the community it represents and will be temporarily installed in public spaces throughout DuPage County.

The West Chicago mural is printed on a removable vinyl adhesive and will be installed on a storefront window at Gallery 200, a local artist cooperative that serves as a hub for community engagement and artistic expression.

This project is made possible with support from the City of West Chicago’s Cultural Arts Commission, whose mission is to promote and celebrate the arts in the community, as well as Gallery 200 for serving as the host venue and the June 13 celebration.

All of the murals created for this initiative will also be featured at the Hokusai and Ukiyo-e: The Floating World exhibition, running from May 31 through September 21, 2025, at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn.  Learn more about this exciting initiative at https://www.theccma.org/hokusai.

This project reflects West Chicago’s ongoing commitment to celebrating its heritage and supporting public art as a tool for connection and placemaking.

Explore Art Along Main Street: West Chicago’s 2025 Summer Art Banner Exhibit

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Explore downtown West Chicago and experience the 2025 Summer Art Banner Exhibit, featuring 17 stunning works by talented regional artists. Organized annually by the West Chicago Cultural Arts Commission, the exhibit lines Main Street from Washington Street to Wilson Avenue.

This year’s theme, “Sustenance/Sustento,” infuses each piece with a festive and meaningful spirit. Artwork was juried by local artist David Linneweh, who has embraced West Chicago’s blend of suburban and rural charm since moving to the city in 2021. Linneweh, a painter with a BFA from Illinois State University and an MFA from Southern Illinois University, has exhibited widely and taught college-level art since 2009. He also founded Studio Break—a home-based alternative gallery and podcast platform that highlights the stories of local and national artists.

The exhibit runs from May through the last week of August, offering visitors a chance to celebrate creativity during the spring and summer seasons—free of charge. In addition to enjoying the vibrant display, the public is invited to vote for their favorite piece for the 2025 People’s Choice Award.

Public parking in the downtown area is listed on the City’s website. For more information—including images of the 2025 artwork and instructions on how to vote—visit westchicago.org/artbannerexhibit.

2025 Exhibited Artists

The 2025 exhibited artists include: Bruce Treudt, Cassandra Swierenga, Celia Padilla, Eric Appelquist, James Rakow, Jen Schuda, Jessica Padilla, Kelley Cappell, Luis Picasso, Mike Stone, Natalia Toreeva, Patty Donahue, Paul Keenon, Ralph Chermak, Richard Pass, Salvador Tamayo, Siyuu's Art, and Uwe Gsedl.

Art & Culture Come Alive with Annual Arteculture Exhibit

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The West Chicago Cultural Arts Commission proudly presents the annual Arteculture Exhibit, now open through Saturday, June 28 at the newly renovated Gallery 200 on Main Street. Featuring work from more than 30 local artists, the exhibit showcases a vibrant mix of paintings, sculptures, and mixed media pieces.

Don’t miss the special Artist Reception on Friday, May 16 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., featuring live music, refreshments, and interactive arts and crafts.

Also, running concurrently at Gallery 200’s secondary location at 103 Washington Street is Art in Full Bloom, a separate exhibit celebrating the beauty of spring.

Come celebrate art, culture, and community this season, and support the talented artists who make West Chicago thrive. Admission is free at both locations, making this a perfect outing for families and art lovers alike.

Both Exhibits will be open during Blooming Fest on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering a great chance to experience local creativity in full bloom. Regular hours of operation for each are also listed below:

200 Main Street

  • Open Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

103 West Washington Street

  • Open Wednesday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Sundays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Special Thanks to Participating Arteculture Artists:

Abraham, Alec Renqick, Aleex Camacho, Anke Richert-Korioth, Ann Blass, Any Cristo, Benjamin Buchenot, Bruce Treudt, Buddy Plumlee, Chris Hodge, Christopher Lucero, Corinnee Condos, Dan, David Linneweh, Emilia Hajduczenia, Gary Schirmer, Iglika Godfrey, Jorge Jaen, Joshua Martinez, Karl Jahnke, Marge Hall, Maria Ananieva, Mark Hull, Matt Bukowski, Miri Salgado, Natalia Pivoney, Oksana Hrynenko, Owen O’Reilly, Paulina Garcia, Sarah Plumlee, Tom Obright, and Uwe Gsedl.

Intermittent Lane Closures along Roosevelt Road (IL-38) through November

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Motorists should expect intermittent lane closures through November along Roosevelt Road (IL-38) from Technology Boulevard in West Chicago to Pierce Avenue in Wheaton. These closures are part of a large-scale resurfacing project being conducted by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT).

For more information on the project and its potential impacts, please read the full press release from IDOT below.

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[The following press release was issued by the Illinois Department of Transportation on May 5, 2025.]

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that a resurfacing of Roosevelt Road (Illinois 38), from Technology Boulevard, in West Chicago, to Pierce Avenue, in Wheaton, passing through Winfield, will require daytime intermittent lane closures beginning, weather permitting, Monday, May 12.

The $8.6 million project, which consists of resurfacing the 6.6-mile stretch of Roosevelt Road, modernizing traffic signals and constructing new ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps, is expected to be completed in November.

The public can expect delays and should allow extra time for trips through this area. Alternative routes are encouraged. Drivers are urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the alert for workers and equipment.

Over the next six years, IDOT is planning to improve more than 3,200 miles of highway and nearly 9 million square feet of bridge deck as part of Rebuild Illinois, which is investing $33.2 billion into all modes of transportation. Accomplishments through Year Five of Rebuild Illinois include approximately $16 billion of improvements statewide on 6,541 miles of highway, 686 bridges and 986 additional safety improvements.

For more information on IDOT projects, click here. Find traffic and road conditions at www.gettingaroundillinois.com. You also can follow IDOT on Facebook and X.