FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Aug. 16, 2007

Contact: Amy Kay, Public Relations Coordinator
(217) 747-9283
akay@hanson-inc.com

The Illinois Tollway receives Transportation Achievement Award for the South Tri-State Tollway

CHICAGO – The Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) recently recognized the Illinois Tollway for the widening and reconstruction of the South Tri-State Tollway in Southern Cook County, Ill. The project entry received first place in ITE’s facilities category.

Hanson Professional Services Inc. prepared the construction documents and provided design support throughout construction for 3.6 miles of the South Tri-State Tollway. This project was one of the first stages of the Congestive Relief Program implemented by the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (Tollway). This crucial first step of the Tollway’s $5.3 billion, 10-year initiative was completed on time and within budget. Combining innovation, traditional design methods, and new technology and practices, Hanson and the Tollway succeeded in improving operations, reducing congestion and improving travel times for motorists.

The Transportation Achievement Award recognizes organizations for innovative concepts and concept applications in transportation planning, design or operations. It also recognizes organizations for programs or projects that have a significant effect on transportation, implement a “difficult” transportation program, and promote major advances in the efficiency and economy of transportation.

Hanson is an employee-owned consulting firm providing architectural, engineering and management services to clients from its headquarters in Springfield, Ill., and offices nationwide.

The Chicago-area office is located at 815 Commerce Drive, Suite 200, Oak Brook, IL 60523-8750. The office can be reached by phone: (630) 990-3800 or fax: (630) 990-3801.

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