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6th Street project on hold as federal appropriation, Illinois EPA approval remain pending
Summary
The commission was told the 6th Street project is delayed because Congress has not approved federal funding; the village withdrew a special-service-area (SSA) proposal and will seek Illinois EPA approval and consider reapplying for federal funds in a later round.
The Historic Preservation Commission was briefed that the 6th Street improvement project has been postponed because the federal appropriation that the village expected has not yet cleared Congress. Village staff said the village withdrew the special service area (SSA) previously approved for the project because the timing and amount of federal funding for 2025 remain uncertain.
Staff reported that the village remains confident in its cost estimate and said the village would cover shortfalls if final construction costs exceed the grant amount, but acknowledged inflation and schedule shifts could affect the final price. The village will seek Illinois Environmental Protection Agency approval for an extension and said it may reapply to congressional offices or senators for funding in the 2026 cycle if necessary.
No formal vote was taken. Commissioners discussed the potential to seek additional congressional support and noted timing and budget uncertainties while the village awaits state and federal approvals.
