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The Village of Algonquin, IL

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Help Create Safer Routes to Algonquin Lakes Elementary

The Village of Algonquin is preparing an Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Safe Routes to School funding application to support transportation improvements near Algonquin Lakes Elementary.

The Algonquin Lakes Pedestrian Crossing Project will enhance safety at the Compton Drive and Lake Gillian Way intersection, making it safer and easier for students to walk and bike to school.

As part of the grant process, we need input from parents, teachers, and caregivers. Please take a few minutes to complete our short surveys. Your feedback will directly strengthen the Village’s application and help us secure funding for these important safety improvements.

Share Your Feedback

Parents, teachers, caregivers, and community members — please take a few minutes to complete one of the short surveys below. Your feedback will directly strengthen the Village’s application and help secure funding for these important safety improvements. The Stakeholder Survey is intended for community partners who are involved with transportation planning or services, while the Walkability Survey is a checklist for community members to note any concerns or observations about the routes students take to and from school.

Parent & Caregiver Survey

This survey is designed for parents and caregivers to share feedback on student travel patterns, concerns, and ideas for safer routes to school.

Stakeholder Survey

This survey is intended for community partners, organizations, and stakeholders involved in transportation planning or services.

Walkability Checklist

This checklist allows community members to note concerns or observations about the safety and accessibility of routes students take to and from school.

Project Overview

The Algonquin Lakes Pedestrian Crossing Project focuses on safety upgrades at the Compton Drive & Lake Gillian Way intersection near Algonquin Lakes Elementary. Improvements under consideration may include high-visibility crosswalks, signage enhancements, curb ramps, traffic calming, and improved walking and biking connections.

 

Why Safe Routes to School?

  • Encourages active transportation — walking and biking — for students.
  • Improves safety at key crossings and along school routes.
  • Supports community health and reduces traffic congestion near schools.
Your input matters.

Community feedback is a required part of the IDOT Safe Routes to School application and helps the Village prioritize improvements that meet student and family needs.