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County easement delays push Deerfield Road work later; Riverwoods approves TIF transfers to support redevelopment
Summary
Lake County's schedule to let contracts for Deerfield Road widening was pushed to September 2026 because of easement acquisition delays. The Riverwoods board approved a resolution allowing transfers of increment from a healthier TIF to support expenses in the TIF covering Federal Life parcel and nearby redevelopment.
Village officials told the board that Lake County has delayed the contract letting for Deerfield Road improvements after difficulty acquiring easements from three property owners. The village attorney said the county now expects to let the widening contract in September 2026, with construction likely in 2027. That change pushes tree‑work and other preparation farther out than earlier projections.
Director Witt updated the board on demolition at the Federal Life parcel: demolition of the building…
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