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Subject A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION
OF A PROJECT APPLICATION FOR FUNDING A
PORTION OF THE RAND/IL-83/KENSINGTON
IMPROVEMENTS UTILIZING THE ILLINOIS
TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
(ITEP).
Meeting October 20, 2020 -REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT
PROSPECT VILLAGE BOARD -
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Category AGENDACONSENT
Type Consent
Information
Attached for the Village Board's consideration is a resolution authorizing an
application to the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) to fund a
portion of design and construction costs for the Rand/IL-83/Kensington
Improvements.
safetyThe Rand/IL-83/Kensington Improvements project looks to improve traffic flow
and - _ • Proposed improvements will benefit • •
pedestrians,- businesses, and Mount Prospect r- - also
intersectionsfulfills a key component of the Village's Strategic Plan to resolve troublesome
r with the Illinois- - of
Transportation.
In addition to roadway and traffic signal improvements, the project includes a bikFa,
path along Pand Poad, sidewalk, and roadway lighting.
The Village has retained the engineering services of Patrick Engineering, Inc. of
Lisle,, IL to complete a Phase I Engineering Study that is expected to be completed
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in early 2021. Funding from ITEP will be used for final design engineering (Phase
II) and construction (Phase III), specifically for bike path, sidewalk, and roadway
lighting work.
resolutionThe Village has already been awarded $3.5 million for this project from the
Surface Transportation Program administered by the Northwest Council of Mayors.
Alternatives
1. Pass a i i application i
Rand/IL-83/Kensington .
2. Action i ion of the Village Board.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Village Board pass a resolution authorizing an
Rand/IL-
83/Kensington • -
ATTACH M E NTS:
Resolution-ITEP Rand Il 83 Kengington.pdf
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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 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 Rand-IL83-Kensington Intersection
Improvements; 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 20' day of October, 2020
Arlene A. Juracek, Mayor
ATTEST:
Karen M. Agoranos, Village Clerk
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