2026-09-16 Village of Villa Park Plan Commission Meeting

The Village of Villa Park Plan Commission held a meeting on September 16, 2026, primarily discussing pedestrian safety improvements at school crossings. The commission reviewed potential installations of rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RFBs) at various school crosswalks, including Yale and School Street, Vermont and Wisconsin, and others. Engineering staff recommended RFB installations at select locations, estimating costs between $5,000 and $15,000 per installation depending on specifications. The commission sought participation from the local school district to share costs before proceeding and tabled the decision pending further information. Additionally, the commission received an update on the Villa Avenue improvement project, which includes resurfacing, traffic signal timing adjustments, and a new multi-use bike path, with construction anticipated to begin after federal funding is secured in 2031. No motions for contract awards or budget approvals were made during this meeting, but the discussions set the stage for future procurement related to pedestrian safety enhancements and infrastructure improvements.