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wubject A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN ILLINOIS
TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
(ITEP) APPLICATION TO FUND A PORTION OF
THE MELAS -MEADOWS PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE.
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AGENDACategory CONSENT
Type Consent
The Melas-Meadows Pedestrian Bridge Project looks to provide safe access for
pedestrians and bicyclists between Melas Park and Meadows Park across
Northwest Highway and the Union Pacific Railroad tracks. It fulfills a key
component of the Village"s Strategic Plan to provide a more walkable, pedestrian
friendly community. The project will also accomplish key goals of the Village"s
Comprehensive Plan and Bicycle Plan by expanding opportunities for alternative
modes of transportation.
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The Village has retained the engineering services of Burns & McDonnell of
Downers Grove, IL to complete a Phase I Engineering Study that is expected to be
early 2021. comprehensive study bridge
designs. Funding from Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) will be
used for final design engineering (Phase II) and construction (Phase III).
The Village has already been awarded $62,000 to offset the cost of Phase I
EngineeringProgram ! .' by Cook County.
Alternatives
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costs1. Pass a resolution authorizing staff to submit an Illinois Transportation
Enhancement Program (ITEP) application to fund design and construction
! with the Melas-MeadowsPedestrian Bridge project.
Action2. at the discretion of the VillageBoard
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Village Board approve a resolution authorizing staff to
submit an Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) application to fund
design and construction costs for with the Melas-Meadows Pedestrian Bridge
project.
ATTACH M E NTS:
Resolution-ITEP - Melas Meadows.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 Melas — Meadows Pedestrian
Bridge; 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 Melas — Meadows Pedestrian Bridge; 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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