The Park Forest Public Works Department would like to notify you of scheduled construction work on Shabbona Drive (Indianwood to S. Orchard) and South Orchard (Blackhawk to Monee). Due to the condition of the roadway, the entire street will be reconstructed. The project will also include drainage improvements; complete curb and driveway apron replacement; and sidewalk repairs as needed.
Beginning Monday, June 20, 2022, weather dependent, work will begin with tree root pruning in the right of way, followed by sewer work. When work begins, parking restrictions will be put in locations where work is occurring. We ask that cars be kept off the street and parked on driveways whenever possible. However, as the project progresses, there will be a time when you will lose access to your driveway. This will occur when the curb and driveway aprons are replaced. You will be notified prior to this taking place. While this will be an inconvenience to you, we will work with all residents to find adequate street parking until we can allow access to driveways again.
This project will take place during working hours, Monday-Saturday, 7am-6pm, and is expected to last through September. Residences should expect common construction inconveniences such as traffic congestion, dust, noise, and heavy equipment. The Department of Public Works will follow up frequently with letters and door hangers advising on construction progress.
At this time, if you have any special needs that we should be aware of, please contact us immediately. Additionally, if you have lawn sprinkler systems or invisible pet fences, please make that known as well so that we can limit any possible damage to these items. We thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation as we complete this work. If you have any questions, please call (708) 503-7702.