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Council directs staff to assess lighting, trimming and fixture options at Iroquois and State after residents cite safety concerns
Summary
Aldermen requested trimming, brighter fixtures or additional poles to improve visibility at Iroquois Street and State Avenue after residents and council members described the intersection as "pitch black;" staff and a ComEd representative agreed to inspect and pursue immediate tree trimming and potential fixture replacement.
Council members and residents urged action to brighten the intersection of Iroquois Street and State Avenue during the Jan. 7 meeting, citing crime and a recent homicide in the area. Alderman Stacy said the corner near Shalom Park is "pitch black" and asked the council to act to improve lighting.
Public works and ComEd representatives described options and constraints. City staff said they could trim trees within approximately 5 to 10 days…
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