(Peoria, IL)­­— On September 26, 6:00 – 8:00 pm, the City of Peoria Public Works is holding a public presentation at Westlake Hall on the Bradley campus, 810 N. Tobias, lower level room #116. Local students, residents and business owners are encouraged to attend regarding the reconstruction of the Main and University intersection and surrounding areas.

Earlier this month, a water main broke at the Main and University intersection causing major damage from the water leaks. Temporary repairs have patched the area, but the meeting is designed to explore options about how the City and Illinois American Water should proceed with the permanent fix.

Public Works Director Mike Rogers states, “We want to get as much information as we can about the desires of the stakeholders in the area.” The discussion will included options about maintaining the five or six lanes, eliminating right-turn lanes to allow wider sidewalks, the possibility of a round-about or other options. “I think we have a great opportunity to do something aesthetically pleasing, plus be a lot safer for pedestrians and bicyclist,” states Rogers.

Parking is available at Bradley’s Main Street parking deck and ADA parking is available behind Westlake Hall at the lower level entrance. For more information, contact Peoria Public Works City Engineer Scott Reeise, P.E. at (309) 494-8818