Saint Charles City staff told the council that an Illinois Department of Transportation resurfacing contract for Route 64 will add high‑visibility crosswalks, relocated ADA ramps and accessible pedestrian signals at the Kirk Road and Dunham Road intersections.

The project covers Route 64 from 13th Avenue to Couts Road. "This was done . . . as part of the state's contract," said Chris, a staff member presenting the plan, and "this was no cost to the city." The contract was awarded to PLOTI Construction; a start date has not yet been provided.

Why it matters: staff said the changes respond to resident safety concerns at busy crossings near commercial and development sites, including the future Fox Haven Square. The improvements described include high‑visibility crosswalks on all four legs of the Kirk Road intersection, a relocated ramp on the northwest corner of Dunham and Route 64 to improve sight lines for turning vehicles, an added ADA ramp at the intersection’s northeast corner, widened ramps on the southeast corner, a larger pedestrian refuge island, and accessible pedestrian signals with vibrotactile buttons and sound.

During discussion, staff said the crosswalk and ramp changes were secured through IDOT’s design and that the city did not pay for the work. When asked about timing, Chris said, "I don't have any information at this time, unfortunately. It's based on when IDOT released the contract and based on the contractor's work schedule." Staff also said they had contacted the contractor directly and would post schedule updates and an IDOT link on the city website when the city receives them.

Several council members and residents praised the changes during public comment. One resident called the outcome "phenomenal" and urged the city to do more public outreach. Sam Parker, a public commenter, thanked staff for the crosswalk work and said he hoped surplus sidewalk funds would be considered for related pedestrian improvements in the Foxhaven area.

Staff recommended residents be informed that the city does not control the contractor's schedule and to check the city website for updates; staff said they would post what IDOT provides.

No council motion or vote was required for the presentation; the item was informational and will proceed under IDOT’s schedule. The city will provide resident notices if and when IDOT or the contractor shares a construction timeline.