<p>The Illinois Department of Transportation cordially invites you to attend the open house public meeting concerning preliminary engineering and environmental studies for the I-57 Access Study from south of Wilmington-Peotone Road to north of Manhattan-Monee Road in Will County. The details of the meeting are as follows:</p>



<p><a>Date:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Wednesday, November 13, 2024</a></p>



<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Time:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM</p>



<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Location:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Will County Fairgrounds Atrium</p>



<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 710 S. West Street</p>



<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Peotone, IL&nbsp; 60468</p>



<p><strong>The purpose of the meeting is:</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>To provide an overview of the study process</li>



<li>To share information on public involvement opportunities</li>



<li>To obtain input on transportation issues and needs within the study area</li>
</ul>



<p>Interested persons may attend anytime between 3 PM and 6 PM.&nbsp; Exhibits will be on display and an audio-visual presentation will be shown continuously during the meeting.&nbsp; Project team members will be present to discuss the project and answer questions.</p>



<p>Individuals who cannot participate in-person can watch the audio-visual presentation and review exhibits shared at the meeting by accessing the Featured Projects page on idot.illinois.gov. &nbsp;Written comments can be submitted at the public meeting or after the meeting via email or mail. &nbsp;Comments received through December 4, 2024, will become part of the official public meeting record.</p>



<p>All written correspondence regarding this project should be sent to:</p>



<p><strong>Illinois Department of Transportation</strong></p>



<p><strong>Bureau of Programming</strong></p>



<p><strong>Attn: Anna Kutryn, P.E.</strong></p>



<p><strong>201 West Center Court</strong></p>



<p><strong>Schaumburg, IL&nbsp; 60196-1096</strong></p>



<p>Or via email:<strong>&nbsp; <u>AccessI57Study@gmail.com</u></strong><em>This meeting will be accessible to people with disabilities. &nbsp;Anyone needing special assistance including Spanish interpretation should contact Anna Kutryn at (847) 705-4569. &nbsp;Persons planning to attend who will need a sign language interpreter or other similar accommodations should notify the Department’s TTY/TTD (866) 273-3681 at least five (5) days before the meeting.</em></p>

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I-57 Access Study, Public Meeting

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<p>For babies 6 months to 36 months -<br><strong>A Certified Birth Certificate (or copy of) is required from county of birth. A Souvenir Certificate from a hospital Will Not Be Accepted. A certified county birth certificate can be obtained from the county clerks office from which the baby was born.</strong></p>



<p>MICHELLE MATTHIAS, Superintendent<br>KAYLA COHEN, R.N. , LINDSAY JOHNSTON, R.N., &amp; TARA ROBINSON, R.N.: JUDGES<br>Entries Open Friday, July 26, 2024 - 9:00 a.m. CS.T.<br>PLEASE NOTE: ENTRIES CLOSE SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2024 - 8:00 P.M.<br>Estimated Amount Offered: $153.00<br>The Baby Show will be held on the last day of the Fair - Sunday, August 25 at 1:30 p.m., in the south side of the commercial exhibit hall, inside the restaurant. <br><br><strong>NOTICE: If you plan to enter your baby in the Baby Show, please read all rules and regulations below to avoid disappointment and confusion.</strong></p>



<a href="https://wcfair.webfoot-designs.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/babyshow-app.pdf" style="color:#fff; display:block; text-align:center; background:#19aa4b; padding:20px; 40px;margin-bottom:20px;">Baby Show Application</a>



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<li>Baby Show entries made in person at the Fair Office will be accepted, July 26, 2024, through August 24, 2024. An entry fee of $1.00, and birth certificate (or copy of, please read rule #3 regarding the birth certificate) is required. Also, Baby Show entries may be mailed beginning, July 26, 2024, to the Will County Fair Secretary, P.O. Box 578, Peotone, Illinois 60468-0578, through Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Please enclose child’s name, date of birth, copy of birth certificate, parents name and address, phone number, entry fee of $1.00 and a self-addressed stamped envelope so a copy of the completed entry form can be returned to you.</li>



<li>ENTRIES CLOSE at 8:00 p.m. C.S.T., AUGUST 24, 2024. NOTHING WILL BE ACCEPTED ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 2024, the day of the Baby Show, since the books will be in the hands of the officials.</li>



<li><strong>A Certified Birth Certificate (or copy of) is required from county of birth. A Souvenir Certificate from a hospital Will Not Be Accepted. A certified county birth certificate can be obtained from the county clerks office from which the baby was born.</strong></li>
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<div class="wp-block-getwid-table"><table><thead><tr><th colspan="3" style="background-color:#8ed1fc">BABY SHOW SCORE CARD</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Health</td><td>Appearance of skin, eyes, teeth, feet, tone of hair.</td><td>3 Points</td></tr><tr><td>Personality</td><td>Neatness, cut and shape of hair, smile, eyes</td><td>4 Points</td></tr><tr><td>Dress</td><td></td><td>3 Points</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2">TOTAL</td><td>10 Points</td></tr></tbody></table></div>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Class No.</strong></td><td></td><td><strong>1st</strong></td><td><strong>2nd</strong></td><td><strong>3rd</strong></td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td>Multiples, (6-12 months) 9/1/23 to 2/28/24</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Multiples (12-24 months) 9/1/22 to 8/31/23</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Multiples, (24-36 months) 9/1/21 to 8/31/22</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Girl, (6-9 months) 12/1/23 to 2/28/24</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Boy, (6-9 months) 12/1/23 to 2/28/24</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Girl, (9-12 months) 9/1/23 to 11/30/23</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Boy, (9-12 months) 9/1/23 to 11/30/23</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Girl, (12-15 months) 6/1/23 to 8/31/23</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Boy, (12-15 months) 6/1/23 to 8/31/23</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Girl, (15-18 months) 3/1/23 to 5/31/23</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>11</td><td>Boy, (15-18 months) 3/1/23 to 5/31/23</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>12</td><td>Girl, (18-24 months) 9/1/22 to 2/28/23</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>13</td><td>Boy, (18-24 months) 9/1/22 to 2/28/23</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>14</td><td>Girl, (24-30 months) 3/1/22 to 8/31/22</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>15</td><td>Boy, (24-30 months) 3/1/22 to 8/31/22</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>16</td><td>Girl, (30-36 months) 9/1/21 to 2/28/22</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr><tr><td>17</td><td>Boy, (30-36 months) 9/1/21 to 2/28/22</td><td>4.00</td><td>3.00</td><td>2.00</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Fair Admission Prices.</h2>



<div class="wp-block-getwid-table"><table><tbody><tr><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Wednesday</strong></td><td>$1 General Admission for "Family Day"</td></tr><tr><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Thursday</strong></td><td>$6 General Admission<br>Seniors &amp; Veterans Day - $3.00 Admission</td></tr><tr><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Friday</strong></td><td>$6 General Admission</td></tr><tr><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Saturday</strong></td><td>$6 General Admission</td></tr><tr><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Sunday</strong></td><td>$6 General Admission</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" style="text-align:center;background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Children 9 and Under Free Every Day!</strong></td></tr></tbody></table></div>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Carnival Prices</h2>



<p>August 21-August 25, 2024</p>



<div class="wp-block-getwid-table"><table><tbody><tr><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Wednesday</strong></td><td>Carnival opens at 4pm - "DOLLAR DAY"</td><td>"Family Day" Special Luehrs Ideal Rides Special - All Rides $1</td></tr><tr><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Thursday</strong></td><td>Carnival opens at 4pm - "RIDE-A-THON NIGHT"</td><td>Ride any ride as often as you like starting at 4 pm - Wrist Bands - $35.<br><strong>Tickets</strong> - $1.50 each or 22 for $30.00<br>Rides take 2 or more tickets.</td></tr><tr><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Friday</strong></td><td>Carnival opens at 4pm</td><td><strong>Tickets</strong> - $1.50 each or 22 for $30.00<br>Rides take 2 or more tickets.</td></tr><tr><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Saturday</strong></td><td>Carnival opens at NOON!</td><td><strong>Tickets</strong> - $1.50 each or 22 for $30.00<br>Rides take 2 or more tickets.</td></tr><tr><td style="color:#000000;background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Sunday</strong></td><td>Carnival opens at NOON! </td><td><strong>Tickets</strong> - $1.50 each or 22 for $30.00<br>Rides take 2 or more tickets.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="3" style="text-align:center">All times weather permitting.</td></tr></tbody></table></div>

Wednesday	$1 General Admission for "Family Day"
Thursday	$6 General Admission Seniors & Veterans Day - $3.00 Admission
Friday	$6 General Admission
Saturday	$6 General Admission
Sunday	$6 General Admission
Children 9 and Under Free Every Day!

Wednesday	Carnival opens at 4pm - "DOLLAR DAY"	"Family Day" Special Luehrs Ideal Rides Special - All Rides $1
Thursday	Carnival opens at 4pm - "RIDE-A-THON NIGHT"	Ride any ride as often as you like starting at 4 pm - Wrist Bands - $35. Tickets - $1.50 each or 22 for $30.00 Rides take 2 or more tickets.
Friday	Carnival opens at 4pm	Tickets - $1.50 each or 22 for $30.00 Rides take 2 or more tickets.
Saturday	Carnival opens at NOON!	Tickets - $1.50 each or 22 for $30.00 Rides take 2 or more tickets.
Sunday	Carnival opens at NOON!	Tickets - $1.50 each or 22 for $30.00 Rides take 2 or more tickets.
All times weather permitting.