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Village discusses widening Chicago Avenue and adding sidewalks near Sports Complex

Village of Lansing Committee of the Whole · February 17, 2026

Summary

Staff outlined a proposal to widen Chicago Avenue from 27 to 34 feet and add sidewalks north to the Sports Complex and west near the Police Department to prevent trucks from driving on grass and improve pedestrian access; item will be on the March 3 Village Board agenda.

Village staff described a proposed roadway reconstruction for Chicago Avenue at 170th Street, including widening the pavement from the existing 27 feet to 34 feet and adding or improving sidewalks north toward the Sports Complex and west toward the Police Department. The stated goals are to keep trucks off the grass and improve pedestrian access.

The Committee of the Whole placed the project discussion on the March 3 Village Board agenda so the full board can review design details, funding sources and construction timing before any formal authorization.

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