*Media Advisory*
National Work Zone Awareness Week:
Respect the zone so we all get home
ROCKFORD – With another historic construction season ramping up, the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois Tollway, the Illinois State Police and their safety partners are sharing important details about local projects and tips for safely navigating work zones.
As part of National Work Zone Awareness Week, transportation and law enforcement officials will be hosting events throughout the country, reminding the public of this year’s theme: “Respect the zone so we all get home.” After the formal program, IDOT staff will be available for questions about the status of area projects. Frontline workers also will be on hand to discuss their personal experiences in work zones.
WHO:
- IDOT District 2
- Illinois Tollway
- Illinois State Police
- Illinois Trucking Association
- LIUNA Local 32
WHAT: Joint safety message to reduce the number of work zone crashes, injuries and deaths in Illinois.
WHEN: 10 a.m.; Tuesday, April 22
WHERE: 7470 Harrison Ave., Cherry Valley, located near Bell School Road just east of Cherryvale Mall.
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Paul Wappel