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Springfield to hold meeting on Iles Avenue widening project

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) – Springfield will hold a public meeting Nov. 18 on proposed West Iles Avenue improvements.

The city is proposing to widen West Iles Avenue from West White Oaks Drive to South Veteran Parkway.

The meeting will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Springfield. Anyone interested in the project is invited to attend. Attendees can review project details, ask questions and provide comments.

The city’s Office of Public Works said exhibits highlighting the proposed improvements will be available for viewing.

For more information on the improvements, visit the Office of Public Works website.

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