Politics & Government

Upgrades in Glenview, Northbrook Aim to Reduce Storm Damage

ComEd officials said they plan to complete upgrades in both burbs by the end of March.

2011 brought storms, lots of them. marked summer months in Glenview and Northbrook and Public Works trucks were working overtime for the area’s frosty winter.

Moving into 2012, , TribLocal reported last week. ComEd officials have said they plan to complete upgrades in both burbs by the end of March, the article said.

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Some of the upgrades are already in the works, according to ComEd officials. Projects include the replacement of underground cable and the installation of (above-ground wires with increased tension to better withstand falling branches) and trip savers.

For more details on the Villages’ planned projects, read the

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