Chicago’s Edgewater Neighborhood Breaks Ground on Intersection Safety Upgrades, Featuring New Hybrid Crosswalk Beacon
Officials in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood have broken ground on safety upgrades at the intersection of Ridge, Wayne, and Hollywood avenues. The project includes the installation of the city's first hybrid crosswalk beacon, which activates only when a pedestrian pushes a…
Chicago, IL, September 28, 2026 —
Construction has commenced on significant safety enhancements at the intersection of Ridge, Wayne, and Hollywood avenues in Chicago’s Edgewater neighborhood. The project aims to address safety concerns, particularly following a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred in 2021.
A central feature of the upgrades is the installation of what officials state is the city’s first hybrid crosswalk beacon. This new technology is designed to activate only when a pedestrian presses a button, a measure intended to increase visibility and reduce the risk of pedestrian-related incidents.
The overall project carries an investment of $1.3 million. In addition to the new hybrid beacon, the scope of work includes streamlining the intersection’s layout and implementing other signal improvements. These enhancements are expected to contribute to a safer environment for both pedestrians and motorists.
The anticipated completion date for the entire project is set for spring. The contractor’s name was not provided.
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