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DPW reports traffic mitigation on West National, pole repairs and new hire to start May 26
Summary
DPW Superintendent Jason Jourdan reported traffic mitigation work on West National Avenue including temporary concrete bump‑outs, enhanced pedestrian signage, reinstallation of a damaged pole, and that Matt Huber will begin as an Equipment Operator/Laborer on May 26, 2026.
DPW Superintendent Jason Jourdan told the Village Board on May 18 that the department is installing temporary concrete barrier bump‑outs and working with Tapco on enhanced pedestrian safety signage as part of traffic mitigation on West National Avenue. President Stalewski asked Tapco to add additional push buttons to the pedestrian system.
Jourdan reported that a utility pole knocked down near the Fairfield Inn has been reinstalled. He acknowledged limited feasible options for protecting poles that contain costly equipment and said the department will restore property disrupted during nearby construction. Trustee John Ragonese asked about protective measures for poles; Jourdan responded that options are limited.
Jourdan also said one Equipment Operator/Laborer position has been filled; Matt Huber is scheduled to begin employment on May 26, 2026, and recruitment continues for the remaining vacancy. Trustee Steve Schuettke raised concerns about corrosion around the creek near the Heiser trailer; Jourdan said he will investigate and report back on potential mitigation.
Why it matters: temporary traffic‑mitigation measures and pedestrian safety upgrades affect traffic flow and vulnerable road users on West National Avenue. Equipment staffing levels and infrastructure repairs factor into the DPW’s capacity to complete projects and respond to maintenance needs.
The superintendent did not provide cost estimates for the mitigation work during the meeting; he committed to investigating corrosion concerns and to restoring property damaged by construction.
