Submitted By
Bill McKenna, Village Engineer Tammie Grossman, Development Customer Services Director
Agenda Item Title
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Presentation of Lake Street Streetscape Enhancement from Harlem Avenue to Euclid Avenue.
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Overview
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In May of 2015 the Village Board discussed the Lake Street Streetscape Enhancements from Harlem to Euclid including underground utility improvements and material options for roadway, curbs, and sidewalks. Staff will make a presentation to provide details on the revised scope and materials of the recommended enhancement project based on direction received at that meeting.
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Anticipated Future Actions/Commitments
Recommendation
Subject to the consensus of the Village Board, staff will submit grant applications for Federal funds and the necessary agreements for design engineering and environmental studies for final Board approval.
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Report
Pursuant to the Village Board direction on May 11, 2015, staff has evaluated the locations and use of decorative materials as part of the Lake Street enhancement project to develop a recommendation for a future streetscape project.
In developing recommendations, staff considered the following:
? Reducing the areas of bluestone sidewalks by using concrete for sidewalks outside of commercial areas
? Reducing the areas of brick streets by limiting bricks to high profile intersections such as Marion St. and Oak Park Ave.
? Using colored concrete curbs in-place of granite curbs for the majority of areas with bricks streets and bluestone sidewalks
? Using asphalt pavements for the street resurfacing for lower initial cost and ability to easily use Federal funds for future resurfacing projects
? Installing lighting improvements for entire streetscape area for connectivity between the districts and to create a safe and inviting pedestrian experience
? Installation of specialty features at select locations to create a sense of place
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