Sidewalk replacement and the construction of new sidewalk at six intersections in the city of lake forest

Federal Grant Award Summary

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded $240,000 to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) on May 23, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) to fund sidewalk replacement and construction projects at six intersections in Lake Forest, Illinois. The project scope includes sidewalk replacement, new sidewalk construction, curb and gutter replacement, signing, and pavement markings at the following locations: Longwood Drive at Grandview Lane, Longwood Drive at Beverly Place, Longwood Drive at Western Avenue, Morningside Drive at Grandview Lane, Morningside Drive at Beverly Place, and Morningside Drive at Western Avenue.

As a formula grant distributed through the FHWA's federal-aid highway program, this award reflects the agency's support for state-administered transportation infrastructure improvements that enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility. IDOT, as the state transportation department, has responsibility for project oversight, design approval, and construction management in accordance with applicable federal regulations and environmental review requirements.

Project description

Sidewalk replacement, construction of new sidewalk, curb and gutter replacement, signing, and pavement markings. Locations: longwood drive at grandview lane, longwood drive at beverly place, longwood drive at western avenue, morningside drive at grandview lane, morningside drive at beverly place, and morningside drive at western avenue.