From Chicago Sun-Times · · 1m 10s
Kennedy Expressway Traffic Fixes
Readers propose lane expansions, tolls, and transit improvements for Chicago's Kennedy Expressway.
In brief
Readers propose lane expansions, tolls, and transit improvements for Chicago's Kennedy Expressway. Chicago readers suggest adding lanes, charging tolls, and improving public transit to address Kennedy Expressway traffic. Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times.
Reader suggestions for Kennedy Expressway
Readers proposed adding lanes, charging tolls, and improving public transit to address Kennedy Expressway traffic.
“Stack another deck of lanes on top.”
Metra and CTA improvements
Readers suggested more frequent trains, bus-only lanes for express service, and protected bike lanes.
“More frequent trains, both Metra and CTA, bus-only lanes for express service on major streets, more protected bike lanes.”
Toll subsidies for transit
Readers proposed charging tolls to subsidize mass transit services.
“Charge a toll to subsidize mass transit.”
Work-from-home incentives
Readers suggested incentives for work-from-home and flexible hours to reduce traffic.
“Incentives from business for more work from home and different hours. Incentives for drivers to not drive during certain times.”
Bike infrastructure
Readers called for better bike infrastructure and more accessible train stations.
“More and better train and bus service and bike infrastructure. Tolls. ... More accessible train stations.”
Express lane management
Readers proposed running express lanes inbound during peak evening hours.
“Run the express lanes inbound in the evening. That’s when inbound travel times are the highest.”
L line improvements
Readers suggested extending short-merge on-ramps and splitting downtown exits earlier.
“Split downtown exits earlier and in larger groups. Extend short-merge on-ramps.”
I-94 elevation
Readers proposed elevating I-94 over existing roadbed to improve merging.
“Have I-94 merge in more toward or after Addison by elevating the highway over the existing roadbed.”
AI traffic solutions
Readers suggested using AI to improve car spacing and reduce lane changes.
“Could AI or computer-controlled driving increase efficiency, car spacing, fewer lane changes?”
What matters most
Chicago readers suggest adding lanes, charging tolls, and improving public transit to address Kennedy Expressway traffic.
