Rail safety officials for the Illinois Commerce Commission have stated that they are encouraging the city to rebuild the dangerous railroad intersection at the Nagle Avenue crossing between Avondale Ave. and Northwest Highway.  The intersection is notorious for vehicles stopping on the track and train-vehicle accidents.  

ICC officials worry that the improvements needed are too costly.  ICC rail safety program administrator Michael Stead stated that building a bridge was their preferred option.  Their second option would be to install new electronic circuitry to improve the timing of the railroad crossing gates. 

Instead, the changes to the intersection include new signs, pavement markings, and new concrete crossing panels.  Construction will take place from August 23rd to September 3rd.  The intersection will be closed during this time.

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