HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 46-20 Authorizing the submission of a project application for funding under the IL Transportation enhancement program (ITEP)Resolution No. 46-20
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A PROJECT APPLICATION FOR
FUNDING UNDER THE ILLINOIS TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM (ITEP)
WHEREAS; the Village of Mount Prospect desires to improve and enhance pedestrian and bike
transportation within the Village and connectivity with regional facilities; and
WHEREAS; the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) administers the Illinois Transportation
Enhancement Program that provide and support alternate modes of transportation, enhances the
transportation system through the preservation of visual and cultural resources and improves the quality of
life for members of the community; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Mount Prospect has determined that it is in its best interests to submit an
application for Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program funds for the Rand-IL83 -Kensington
Intersection Improvements; and
WHEREAS, the project will include Phase 11 Engineering and Construction and Construction Engineering;
and
WHEREAS; an Illinois Transportation Enhancement Grant will fund up to 80% of engineering and
construction costs, with 20% to be paid by the local sponsor;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED; By the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of
Mount Prospect, Cook County, Illinois
SECTION ONE: The Village staff is authorized to apply to the Illinois Department of Transportation for
Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program funding for the Rand-IL83 -Kensington Intersection
Improvements; and
SECTION TWO: The Village certifies that they are willing and able to manage, maintain and operate the
project; and
SECTION THREE: The Village possesses the legal authority to nominate the transportation enhancement
project and to finance, acquire and construct the proposed project; including all understanding and
assurances contained therein, and authorizes representative to act in connection with the nomination and to
provide such additional information as may be required.
AYES: Grossi,, Hatzis, Hoefert, Rogers, Saccotelli, Zadel
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
PASSED and APPROVED this 20"' day of October, 2020
Arlene A. Juracek, Mayolr�
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ATTEST,
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Karen M. Agoranos, il'lage C1