1. Alleys

There are over 300 residential alleys in the 35th Ward, many of which need resurfacing. One residential asphalt alley costs approximately $60,000 to repair, depending on the residential alley's existing damage and length. If the Chicago Department of Transportation determines that a concrete alley is needed to fix existing issues, costs increase to at least $200,000 per concrete alley.

Estimated Cost: $0 - $1,000,000

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2. Sidewalks

Sidewalks help to increase walkability and pedestrian safety. One residential block of sidewalk repairs on one side of the street costs approximately $85,000 depending on the sidewalk's existing damage and length.

Estimated Cost: $0 - $800,000

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3. Street Resurfacing

Street resurfacing promotes vehicular safety. The cost for the first five blocks of resurfaced streets is $50,460. Asphalt resurfacing for one residential street costs approximately $83,000 for subsequent blocks, depending on the length of the block.

Estimated Cost: $0 - $500,000

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4. Repairs Near Schools

For your consideration, the committee has identified two special projects: improving lighting and replacing and repairing the wrought iron fence surrounding Helge A. Haugan Elementary (located in Albany Park at 4540 N Hamlin) and improving residential lighting on the 2900 block of N Sawyer near Avondale-Logandale.

Estimated Cost: $0 - $300,000

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