Pardon The Progress

Construction is always one of life's necessary evils. But the City of Geneva is here to help you navigate through the construction scene from start to finish. This blog will provide updates on major construction projects such as the Union Pacific Third Main Line Project, underground cable replacement and more.

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Nov 05

Downtown Sidewalk Brick Repair Work Starts Nov. 8

Posted on November 5, 2021 at 11:49 AM by Kevin Stahr

City contractors will be repairing bricks the week of Nov. 8 following recent sidewalk improvements in downtown Geneva.

Brick work is slated to take place at the following sidewalk locations:

215 W. State St.;
State Street Jewelers, 226 W. State St.;
Aurelio's Pizza, 330 W. State St.;
Doughocracy, 407 S. Third St.; and
Former Little Owl site, northwest corner of Routes 31/38

The sidewalk sections will remain open to pedestrians. Parking spots located in front of the work zones may be closed intermittently during daytime hours. The project is expected to be completed by Friday, Nov. 12, weather permitting.

For more information, call the Geneva Public Works Department at 630-232-1501.

Tag(s): Sidewalks, Public Works, Pardon The Progress Blog, Brick Repair

Nov 02

Weather Impacts Geneva's Sidewalk, Curb Maintenance Projects

Posted on November 2, 2021 at 10:22 AM by Kevin Stahr

The City's 2021 sidewalk and curb maintenance program started the week of Oct. 25 but only about half of the removal and forming process was completed due to inclement weather.

Tag(s): Sidewalk, Public Works, Pardon The Progress Blog, Engineering Division, Curb

Oct 04