The Kautz Road reconstruction and widening project is now anticipated to start the week of June 20 after operations were stalled due to utility conflicts.

Work was originally scheduled to begin in early June, but the contractors have spent the past several weeks resolving the utility conflicts and relocations. The efforts have progressed to allow roadway construction to commence.

The initial work will include removing the roadway surface pavement, concrete curb and walking trail. Underground utility work is anticipated to start the week of June 24. All construction activity is weather-dependent.

While Kautz Road will primarily remain open to traffic, motorists should use caution when driving through the work zone.

The Kautz Road project is a joint venture between the City of Geneva and St. Charles. Construction will occur from Swenson Avenue in St. Charles to just north of State Street (Route 38) in Geneva. The project will replace failing pavement, enhance freight mobility, mitigate drainage issues, complete trail connectivity, improve safety measures, and support economic development in the area.

Construction is expected to be substantially completed by the end of the year, with landscape restoration and other punch list items being finished in spring 2025. Portions of the construction schedule will require detours.

More project information can be found on the City of Geneva’s Kautz Road Widening web page. The public can subscribe for “road construction” updates by visiting Notify Me on the City’s website.

Questions can be directed to the Geneva Public Works Department by calling 630-232-1501.