R-65-25 Authorizing Support of Participation in the Safe Routes toR�s-as
TO: Village Board Meeting
FROM: Ted Friedley, Public Works
THROUGH:
SUBJECT: A Resolution Authorizing Support of Participation in the Safe Routes to
School Grant Program
(Central School - District 113A Pedestrian Crossing & Sidewalk Gap
Closure)
DATE: August 25, 2025
SUMMARY/BACKGROUND
Central School from District 113A reached out to the Village looking to partner on a Safe
Routes to School grant application for the following proposed improvements:
• Pedestrian Crossing Improvements at McCarthy Road & Freemont Street
• Sidewalk Gap Closures on these Proposed Streets
• McCarthy Street
• Houston Street
• Sobieski Street
• Logan Street
• Lintz Street
• Freehauf Street
This year's SRTS program is 100% funded because the usual 20% local match will be
provided by the Highway Safety Improvement Program. The partnership works because of
IDOT's involvement with reimbursing funds and their preference with working with
municipalities.
ANALYSIS
These are improvements that the Village has had planned if the right funding source came
along. This is the right funding source.
Consistency with Village Policy
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Pass A Resolution Authorizing Support of Participation in the Safe Routes to School Grant
Program
(Central School - District 113A Pedestrian Crossing & Sidewalk Gap Closure)
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED
Pass A Resolution Authorizing Support of Participation in the Safe Routes to School Grant
Program
(Central School - District 113A Pedestrian Crossing & Sidewalk Gap Closure)
ATTACHMENTS
A Resolution Authorizing Support of Participation in the Safe Routes to School Grant Program
(Central School - District 113A Pedestrian Crossing & Sidewalk Gap Closure).pdf
VILLAGE OF LEMONT
RESOLUTION
NUMBER R- -25
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUPPORT OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SAFE
ROUTES TO SCHOOL GRANT PROGRAM
(Central School — District 113A Pedestrian Crossing & Sidewalk Gap Closure)
JOHN EGOFSKE, Village President
CHARLENE M. SMOLLEN, Clerk
SAMUEL J. FORZLEY
JANELLE KITTRIDGE
KEN MCCLAFFERTY
KEVIN SHA UGHNESSY
RICK SNIEGOGVSKI
RON STAPLETON
Trustees
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Published in pamphlet form by authority of the Village President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Lemont on-_-025
RESOLUTION NO. R- b5— -25
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUPPORT OF PARTICIPATION IN THE SAFE
ROUTES TO SCHOOL GRANT PROGRAM
(Central School — District 113A Pedestrian Crossing & Sidewalk Gap Closure)
WHEREAS, the Village of Lemont wishes to participate in the Safe Routes to School
(SRTS) Program 2025 Funding Cycle as the lead agency, in conjunction with the Lemont-
Bromberek District 113A as partners, toward providing infrastructure improvements within the
Village of Lemont to promote increase walking and bicycling opportunities for Lemont High
School students; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Lemont finds that the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program
is a beneficial means of improving childhood physical activity and promoting pedestrian safety
measures in the vicinity of schools; and
WHEREAS, the Safe Routes to School Program (SRTS) is administered through the
Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), and the Village is required to submit this
Resolution as part of the application process to IDOT; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Lemont is to perform administrative responsibilities for the
project including timely bid letting and oversite of design and construction; and
WHEREAS, the proper officials, agents, and employees of the Village are hereby
authorized and directed to take such further action as they may deem necessary or appropriate to
perform all obligations and commitments of the Village in accordance with the provisions of the
Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the President and Board of Trustees of
the Village of Lemont, Counties of Cook, Will and DuPage, Illinois, as follows:
SECTION 1:
The Foregoing findings and recitals are hereby adopted as section One of this Resolution
and are incorporated by reference as if set forth verbatim herein.
SECTION 2:
The Village President and Village Clerk are hereby authorized to support the Village's
participation in the Safe Routes to School grant program and directed to execute all necessary
documents in order to participate in said program.
SECTION 3:
This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval as
provided by law.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF
THE VILLAGE OF LEMONT, COUNTIES OF COOK, WILL, AND DUPAGE, ILLINOIS,
ON THIS ;2 0' DAY OF �t f 2025.
PRESIDENT AND VILLAGE BOARD MEMBERS:
AYES: NAYES
Samuel J. Forzley
Janelle Kittridge
Ken McClafferty
Kevin Shaughnessy
Rick Sniegowski
Ron Stapleton
ATTEST:
CHARLENE M. SMOLLEN
Village Clerk
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ABSENT: ABSTAIN:
JOHN EGOFSKE
President
Exhibit A
Letter of Support Central School 113A
August 14, 2025
John Paris
Special Programs Unit Chief
Bureau of Programming, Room 308
Illinois Department of Transportation
2300 South Dirksen Parkway
Springfield, IL 62764
RE: Illinois Safe Routes to School Program
Village of Lemont Letter of Support
District 113A—Central School (Elementary)
To whom it may concern:
The Village of Lemont is pleased to submit an application for funding through the Illinois Safe Routes to School Program (SRTS)
Funding Cycle 2025 as a Sponsor for Central School, an elementary learning facility in Lemont-Bromberek School District
113A. The proposed project will include pedestrian crossing enhancements, upgraded traffic control devices across McCarthy
Road, and the closure of sidewalk gaps in nearby southern neighborhoods currently lacking, safe, accessible routes to Central
School.
McCarthy Road is a high traffic volume state route connecting the Des Plaines River crossing from the west to rapidly growing
suburban communities to the east. The crossing improvements will include flashing beacons at the pedestrian crossing signs
and 20 mph school zone speed limit signs north of Central School. These upgraded traffic control devices heighten driver
awareness, providing additional notice to slow down —especially important given the limited reaction time when approaching
the curve where Stephen Street becomes McCarthy Road.
In addition, seven residential streets within a half mile radius south of Central School have sidewalk gaps or the severely
deteriorated sidewalks, making the route unwalkable and forcing students to walk or bike traffic lanes. This project will add
ADA-compliant ramps, landings, and handrails ensuring accessibility and safety for all users. All sidewalk construction will
occur within the Village's right-of-way where the Village has full authority to meet all obligations and commitments under
SRTS program requirements. These improvements will not only enhance student safety but also encourage more children to
walk or bike to school.
We appreciate your consideration and look forward to a favorable response to our application.
Sincerely,
John Egofske
Village President
Village of Lemont
cc: Mr. Ralph Pukula, Village Public Works Director
Mr. Bruce Hill, Acting Village Engineer
418 Main Street p 630.257.1550 vlemont@lemont.il.us
Lemont, IL 60439 f 630.257.1598 www.lemont.il.us