Safe Routes to School – Western Avenue Improvements – Mattoon, Illinois

Overview:
The project focused on upgrading sidewalks and pedestrian infrastructure along Western Avenue from 43rd Street to Noyes Court to meet PROWAG and ADA standards. TWG supported the City through grant application, design, and construction documentation to secure funding and advance the project.

What TWG Delivered:
– Grant Support: Prepared conceptual plans, cost estimates, and grant application materials for the Illinois Department of Transportation Safe Routes to School Program.
– Surveying & Preliminary Engineering: Completed topographic surveys and developed project development report.
– Accessibility Improvements Design: Designed replacement sidewalks, new sidewalks, and ADA-compliant ramps.
– Environmental & Compliance Review: Performed environmental and special waste assessments and reviewed design variances.
– Construction Documentation: Prepared Phase II construction documents, including ADA ramp and intersection elevation details.

Results:
TWG Engineering helped the City of Mattoon secure IDOT Safe Routes to School funding and delivered the engineering documentation needed to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility near Riddle Elementary School.