Article updated: 10/22/2012 12:11 PM

Roadwork a drag on Libertyville businesses

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Westbound traffic backs up on Route 137 heading toward Milwaukee Avenue in Libertyville, where the road has been narrowed to one lane in each direction during construction. Village leaders and local business affected by the construction are unhappy with the slow rate of progress.

Steve Lundy | Staff Photographer

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Small driveways allow access to businesses along Route 137 in Libertyville, which is in the midst of a widening project. Village leaders and local business affected by the construction are unhappy with the slow rate of progress.

Steve Lundy | Staff Photographer

Eastbound traffic on Route 137 approaching Milwaukee Avenue in Libertyville backs up as the road has been narrowed during construction. That configuration will remain in place through winter, a situation that has frustrated village officials and had a negative impact on businesses.

Steve Lundy | Staff Photographer

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As road projects unfold, those who deal with the delays and inconveniences are told to imagine how much better traffic will flow when the work is complete. That often is true. But in Libertyville, the frustration with a big project involving Milwaukee Avenue and Route 137 continues to simmer and some businesses wonder if they’ll survive to see the benefits. “Our businesses are really suffering up there,” Mayor Terry Weppler said.

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