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wubject A RESOLUTION
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OF AN APPLICATION TO FUND A PORTION OF
THE ALGONQUIN ROAD BIKE PATH PROJECT
UTILIZING THE ILLINOIS TRANSPORTATION
ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM (ITEP),
Meeting October
PROSPECT BOARD
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IllinoisAttached for the Village Board's consideration is a resolution authorizing an
application to fund a portion of the Algonquin Road Bike Path project utilizing the
Transportation I__ Program •
The Algonquin Road Bike Path Project looks to enhance pedestrian safety as well
as promote walking and biking along an important corridor in our community. It
!' •fulfills!j -component of
- Village'seg Plan to expand our
pedestrian and bike network, as well as support multi -modal transportation
options.
The project includes construction of an 8#' wide bike path along the entire north
side of •i• •!/ in Mount• • ! can be '• by •
pedestrians. Other project elements include a 5*' wide sidewalk on the south sift
of the roadway, improved bus stop locations, and roadway lighting where it
currently does not exist.
;txpected to be completed in early 2021. Funding from ITEP will be used for final
Iesign engineering (Phase II) and construction (Phase III).
Additional information can be viewed at the project webpage:
https://www.mountprospect.org/algonquinpath
resolutionAlternatives
1. Pass a i i application iAlgonquin
Road Bike ilii Illinois i
Program (ITEP).
2. Action i ion of the Village Board.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends Village Board approval of a resolution authorizing and
supporting an application for ITEP funding to design and construct the Algonquin
Road Bike Path Project.
ATTACH M E NTS:
Resolution-ITEP Algonquin Road Bike Path.pdf
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RESOLUUTION NO.
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 Algonquin Road Bike Path; and
WHEREAS, the project will include Phase II 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 Algonquin Road Bike Path; and
SECTION TWO: The Village certifies that they are willing and able to manage, maintain and operate the
proj ect; 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:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this 20th day of October, 2020
Arlene A. Juracek, Mayor
ATTEST:
Karen M. Agoranos, Village Clerk
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