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ROAD CLOSURES ANNOUNCED FOR McKEE STREET AND VAN NORTWICK AVENUE DUE TO INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT

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BATAVIA, IL – The City of Batavia is notifying residents and motorists of upcoming road closures related to a critical infrastructure improvement project tied to the Pulte Ashton Ridge Development. Beginning May 27, full road reconstruction and watermain replacement will take place on portions of McKee Street and Van Nortwick Avenue, requiring both streets to be closed to through traffic for the duration of the work. The project is expected to conclude in early August.
 
This City-directed project involves the complete reconstruction of pavement and road base, installation of new curbs, and replacement of the existing watermain infrastructure. The affected areas include:

  • McKee Street from Stonefield Way to Van Nortwick Avenue
  • Van Nortwick Avenue from Wilson Street to Illinois Avenue
 
These improvements are necessary to enhance long-term roadway integrity and ensure continued water system reliability.

Residents will be impacted by the following:
 
  • Driveway access will be maintained whenever possible, though temporary restrictions may occur—particularly during curb installations and work directly in front of homes. Advance notice (typically 1–2 days) will be provided.
  • On-street parking restrictions will be relaxed in affected areas; specific instructions will be delivered via door hangers.
  • Temporary water service interruptions may occur during watermain connections. Residents will be notified in advance whenever possible.
 
To expedite completion before the new school year begins in August, the roads will be closed to through traffic during construction. Detour routes will be clearly marked to guide drivers around the closure.

For more information or to ask questions, please contact the City of Batavia Engineering Division at 630-454-2750.
 
Batavia is located 35 miles west of Chicago along the banks of the Fox River. Settled in the 1830s, Batavia earned the nickname ‘The Windmill City’ when it was the windmill manufacturing capital of the world at the turn of the 20th Century. Batavia is home to more than 1,200 businesses, including Fermilab National Accelerator Laboratory, the U.S. Headquarters of Aldi Inc, and Suncast Corporation. Batavia’s historic charm, excellent school system, and unparalleled recreational and shopping amenities make it a great place to live, work and play for its over 26,000 residents.

ROAD CLOSURES ANNOUNCED FOR McKEE STREET AND VAN NORTWICK AVENUE DUE TO INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT