Village Board
Regular MeetingGlen Ellyn, IL · May 11, 2026
Minutes
Minutes
Village of Glen Ellyn
Special Village Board Workshop Meeting
Monday, May 11, 2026
5:45 PM
Glen Ellyn Civic Center, Galligan Board Room
A. Call to Order – 5:47 P.M.
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
Upon roll call by Economic Development & Communications Director Hannah, President
Burket and Trustees Bhagwakar, Christiansen, Duncan, Simon, and Thompson answered
“Present.” The Board allowed Trustee Kalinich to join the meeting via phone.
Also in attendance: Village Manager Franz, Village Attorney Stephanides, Assistant Public
Works Director Ross, Community Development Director Henaghan, Professional Engineer
Daubert, Forestry Superintendent Brown, and Fire Chief Clark.
D. Audience Participation
There was no off-agenda audience participation.
E. Presentation
1) Review of the Construction of a Sidewalk on the South Side of Cottage Avenue
between Main Street and Forest Avenue as part of the 2026 Utility and Roadway
Improvements Project (Public Works Professional Engineer Daubert) (Tentative
Timeframe: 5:45-6:00 pm)
Professional Engineer Daubert presented the proposed sidewalk construction.
Trustee Thompson asked about traffic queues at First Presbyterian Church.
Professional Engineer Daubert replied. Trustee Thompson followed up by
asking about the possibility of traffic queueing in the church parking lot.
Professional Engineer Daubert replied.
Trustee Bhagwakar asked if the current situation caused traffic backup on Main
Street. Professional Engineer Daubert replied.
Trustee Christiansen asked if parking signs were needed to help with
enforcement of parking regulations. Professional Engineer Daubert replied.
Trustee Christiansen followed up by asking if the Church has tried to alleviate
these concerns about traffic backups during school pick-ups and drop-offs.
Public Works Professional Engineer Daubert replied.
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Trustee Thompson asked if there was any consideration in making Cottage
Avenue east of Main Street one-way or whether the flow should be otherwise
changed. Professional Engineer Daubert replied. Discussion ensued.
Trustee Bhagwakar asked whether there were negative impacts that would result
from the proposal. Professional Engineer Daubert replied. Trustee Bhagwakar
followed up by asking how parents feel about the pick-up/drop-off situation.
Professional Engineer Daubert replied.
Trustee Simon felt that the proposal solves the issue at hand.
President Burket asked about the exact location of the no parking signs.
Professional Engineer Daubert replied. He added that the parties involved need
to cooperate to solve this issue.
Mary McDonald, resident, spoke about the parking situation and methods to
relieve the problem. Trustee Thompson asked if cars were queueing down
Anthony Street. Ms. McDonald replied.
DJ LaChapelle, resident, spoke about the parking situation and the items that
need to be addressed to alleviate the problem.
Trustee Bhagwakar spoke about the challenges of being a parent who needs to
drop off more than one child at different locations. Professional Engineer
Daubert spoke on this in response.
2) Review of the Construction of a Parking Lane on the South Side of Cottage Avenue
between Pleasant Avenue and Main Street as part of the 2026 Utility and Roadway
Improvements Project (Public Works Professional Engineer Daubert) (Tentative
Timeline: 6:00-7:00 pm)
Professional Engineer Daubert presented the scope of work for the proposed
sidewalk construction.
Trustee Christiansen asked about the environmental impact of chemical treatments
already given, or those that would be given, to the trees of concern. Forestry
Superintendent Brown replied. Trustee Christiansen followed up with the concern
of chemicals getting into the water supply. Forestry Superintendent Brown replied.
Trustee Simon, liaison to the Capital Improvements Commission, said her concern
was that the streets ordinance and tree ordinance conflict with each other. She felt
the Trustees need to consider all ordinances, but in this case the sidewalk in
question does not add to the safety of residents. President Burket agreed with
Trustee Simon about the safety issue.
Trustee Simon read selected passages of a message from Mr. Thorton, resident, as
she had promised him, she would do.
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Trustee Thompson asked about a tree in question and a nearby driveway excavated
in 1993. Professional Engineer Daubert replied. Trustee Thompson then offered an
alternative to the proposal.
Trustee Bhagwakar asked about which ordinance this proposal would violate.
Trustee Christiansen replied, adding there are competing interests in this proposal.
Forestry Superintendent Brown explained that the tree in question does not need to
be removed but is under stress. Discussion continued.
Trustee Duncan gave his thoughts on the safety of the proposed sidewalk. He gave
an example of the sidewalk and its proximity to the street.
Jay Dirkmant, resident, gave a PowerPoint presentation advocating against the
proposed sidewalk. President Burket asked which trees would need to be removed.
Professional Engineer Daubert replied with additional input from Mr. Dirkmant.
Christy Truitt, Environmental Commission Chair, gave an environmental
perspective on the impact of this sidewalk on the two heritage oak trees, the impact
on storm water in this location, and other issues.
Bob Moore, resident, pointed out the stress that sidewalk installation will have on
the health of the trees.
Kristen Freund, resident, gave her thoughts on the necessity of the proposed
sidewalk.
Karin Daly, resident, called out the residents that came to the meeting, but did not
formally speak, in support of the trees over the sidewalk. Those residents included:
Penn French, Heidi Dirkmant, Karin Dusz, Karen Moyles, Maria McCormick,
Maureen Petfit, John Toth, Renae Frigo, and Mark Freund.
Trustee Kalinich commented about the placement of the sidewalk so close to the
road. She continued by saying that there are many streets in the community that
have a sidewalk on only one side of the street.
Trustee Christiansen added that oak trees communicate underground through a
fungus. She felt that removing a tree could put the other trees into stress mode.
Trustee Thompson reminded everyone that the Village budget includes funds to
plant trees in the Village, showing that the Village and its Trustees support trees.
F. Adjourn – 7:23 P.M.
Mover: Trustee Christiansen; Second: Trustee Bhagwakar. Unanimous vote to adjourn.
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Agenda
Agenda
Village of Glen Ellyn
Special Village Board Workshop Meeting
Monday, May 11, 2026
5:45 PM
Glen Ellyn Civic Center, Galligan Board Room
Meeting Procedures Statement
Visitors are most welcome to attend all meetings of the Village Board and can find copies of the Agenda at the
meeting or online at www.glenellyn.org prior to the meeting. Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable
accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should contact The Village of Glen Ellyn ADA Coordinator,
630-469-5000, at least five (5) business days in advance of the next scheduled meeting. All matters on the Agenda
may be discussed, amended, and acted upon.
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Audience Participation
1) Open:
Members of the public are welcome to speak to any item not specifically listed on
tonight's agenda for up to (3) three minutes. For those items which are on tonight's
agenda, the public will have the opportunity to comment when the item is
discussed. Please complete the Audience Participation form and turn it in to the
Village Clerk. It is requested that one spokesperson for a group be appointed to
provide comment for the entire group. When recognized, please step to the
microphone and state your name and provide your comment. Individuals wishing to
address the Board shall exercise proper decorum and respect for the proceedings
and the business of the Village Board, and shall refrain from abusive demeanor and
language. The practice of ceding time to other speakers shall be prohibited, except
in the discretion of the presiding officer of the meeting. Public officials are not
obligated to respond to questions.
E. Presentation
1) Review of the Construction of a Parking Lane on the South Side of Cottage Avenue
between Pleasant Avenue and Main Street as part of the 2026 Utility and Roadway
Improvements Project (Public Works Professional Engineer Daubert) (Tentative
Timeline: 5:45-6 pm)
2) Review of the Construction of a Sidewalk on the South Side of Cottage Avenue
between Main Street and Forest Avenue as part of the 2026 Utility and Roadway
Improvements Project (Public Works Professional Engineer Daubert)
(TentativeTimeframe: 6-7 pm)
F. Adjourn
Civility Pledge - In the interest of civility, I pledge to promote civility by listening, being respectful of others,
acknowledging that we are striving to support and improve our community, and understanding that we each may have
different ideas for achieving that objective.
Packet
Agenda
Village of Glen Ellyn
Special Village Board Workshop Meeting
Monday, May 11, 2026
5:45 PM
Glen Ellyn Civic Center, Galligan Board Room
Meeting Procedures Statement
Visitors are most welcome to attend all meetings of the Village Board and can find copies of the Agenda at the
meeting or online at www.glenellyn.org prior to the meeting. Any individual with a disability requiring a reasonable
accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should contact The Village of Glen Ellyn ADA Coordinator,
630-469-5000, at least five (5) business days in advance of the next scheduled meeting. All matters on the Agenda
may be discussed, amended, and acted upon.
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Audience Participation
1) Open:
Members of the public are welcome to speak to any item not specifically listed on
tonight's agenda for up to (3) three minutes. For those items which are on tonight's
agenda, the public will have the opportunity to comment when the item is
discussed. Please complete the Audience Participation form and turn it in to the
Village Clerk. It is requested that one spokesperson for a group be appointed to
provide comment for the entire group. When recognized, please step to the
microphone and state your name and provide your comment. Individuals wishing to
address the Board shall exercise proper decorum and respect for the proceedings
and the business of the Village Board, and shall refrain from abusive demeanor and
language. The practice of ceding time to other speakers shall be prohibited, except
in the discretion of the presiding officer of the meeting. Public officials are not
obligated to respond to questions.
E. Presentation
1) Review of the Construction of a Parking Lane on the South Side of Cottage Avenue
between Pleasant Avenue and Main Street as part of the 2026 Utility and Roadway
Improvements Project (Public Works Professional Engineer Daubert) (Tentative
Timeline: 5:45-6 pm)
2) Review of the Construction of a Sidewalk on the South Side of Cottage Avenue
between Main Street and Forest Avenue as part of the 2026 Utility and Roadway
Improvements Project (Public Works Professional Engineer Daubert)
(TentativeTimeframe: 6-7 pm)
F. Adjourn
Civility Pledge - In the interest of civility, I pledge to promote civility by listening, being respectful of others,
acknowledging that we are striving to support and improve our community, and understanding that we each may have
different ideas for achieving that objective.
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Glen Ellyn Village Board Meeting 5/11/2026 5:45 PM
535 Duane Street Department: Public Works - Engineering
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Department Head: John Hubsky
Category: Presentation
Prepared By: Steven Warner, Richard Daubert
AGENDA ITEM (ID # 2026-330) DOC ID: 2026-330
Review of the Construction of a Parking Lane on the South Side of
Cottage Avenue between Pleasant Avenue and Main Street as part of
the 2026 Utility and Roadway Improvements Project (Public Works
Professional Engineer Daubert) (Tentative Timeline: 5:45-6 pm)
Statement of the Issue:
The purpose of this agenda item is to review whether the Village should construct a parking lane on
the south side of Cottage Avenue just west of Main Street, in front of First Presbyterian Church.
This block of Cottage Avenue is being reconstructed as part of the Village’s 2026 Utility and
Roadway Improvements Project (Project). The Village received a request from First Presbyterian to
construct the parking lane in order to alleviate concerns they had received about blocking traffic
during school pickups and drop-offs. This lane was then designed and included in the Project's plans
so that the improvements and any associated impacts could be discussed with adjacent residents.
The topic was briefly discussed at a public meeting for the Project and was later an agenda item at
the March Capital Improvements Commission (CIC) meeting. Since the start of public outreach and
corresponding public meetings, Village staff has primarily received feedback opposed to the
installation of the parking lane. There was no motion made by the CIC regarding the parking lane,
but the general observation was that area residents did not want the lane as it could create a more
substantial “thoroughfare” feel on their street and the frequency of issues was not worth the
associated loss of green space and trees. The topic is discussed in more detail in this memorandum
and staff will provide a brief presentation at the Village Board meeting.
Analysis:
Design Process
As part of the Project's design process to incorporate the requested improvements, staff proposed a
7.5-foot-wide parking lane to be built in the existing parkway in front of First Presbyterian Church.
The lane would begin just west of Main Street and extend to the western church entrance on
Cottage Avenue (approximately 240 feet). The lane consists of six striped parallel parking stalls, as
shown in the plan sheet included as an attachment to this memorandum. The parking lane
installation would require removing four parkway trees but leaves enough space for replanting
parkway trees in a 10-foot-wide parkway adjacent to the new parking stalls.
Public Outreach and Feedback
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Staff completed its typical public outreach for the Project, which included a public meeting to review
the scope of the project and seek input regarding the design. The parking lane installation was
mentioned in the meeting invitation letter and specifically discussed at the public meeting held on
December 11, 2025. A few residents from the block and area were in attendance at the meeting.
Staff summarized the improvements and potential impacts before fielding several questions and
concerns regarding the work. The residents in attendance shared a variety of concerns with both the
existing and proposed conditions. Most of the opposition to the proposed lane was related to the
overall widening of a residential street to three lanes, the associated loss of green space, and how
parking restrictions would be enacted and enforced. As a result of the feedback at this meeting, and
from the February CIC meeting in which the CIC discussed a separate sidewalk installation on
Cottage Avenue, staff distributed a letter to the residents on Cottage Avenue between Pleasant
Avenue and Main Street inviting them to share their opinions of the parking lane. The letter also
invited residents to attend the March CIC meeting where it would be appropriate for a
recommendation regarding the installation to be made.
Prior to the March CIC meeting, staff met with representatives from First Presbyterian and the
Police Department to discuss how the proposed new lane would operate and what parking
restrictions would be preferred for both sides of Cottage Avenue. Staff then included these items in
a presentation at the March CIC meeting. Several Cottage Avenue and area residents provided their
feedback prior to and during the meeting and did not support the parking lane. A representative
from First Presbyterian Church attended and stated that they receive frequent phone calls from
residents complaining about traffic issues during school pick-up and drop-off. Although no formal
recommendation was made at the March CIC meeting, the discussion indicated that the CIC did not
support the parking lane installation due to it not being supported by the residents.
Budget Impact:
Based on awarded unit pricing from the roadway project’s contract, this parking lane installation
corresponds with approximately $25,000 in costs that could be omitted or remain in the project
scope, depending on Board direction. This amount includes additional excavation and pavement
areas, storm sewer items, and removal of four parkway trees. Any associated “no parking” sign
replacements or relocations would be completed in-house by the Streets Division.
Contribution to Strategic Plan
Strategic Priority: Infrastructure; Initiatives: Develop the Capital Improvement Plan, Safe & reliable
roads & utilities
Action Requested:
Engineering staff recommends the Village Board of Trustees review the topic at the May 11th, 2026
Village Board Workshop Meeting, prior to making a motion at an upcoming Regular Meeting
containing formal direction regarding the parking lane. Engineering staff will support either
direction, but based on the information within this memorandum, staff is recommending against
installing the parking lane as it feels that the improvements will provide limited relief for the issue at
hand and reinforce vehicle parking on the north side of Cottage Avenue.
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Attachments:
1. Cottage Avenue Parking Lane Plan Sheet
2. Revised Cottage Avenue Plan Sheet without Parking Lane
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NOTE: EXISTING INLET AND CATCH BASIN STRUCTURES
LOCATED WITHIN 100 FEET OF THE CONSTRUCTION/WORK
LIMITS SHALL BE PROTECTED WITH INLET FILTER BASKETS.
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WITH NEW CLEAN OUT (TYP.) HMA BC IL-4.75 N50 - 1"
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USER NAME = nolan.hicks DESIGNED - NRH REVISED - REVISED - DATE: 1/15/2026
VILLAGE OF GLEN ELLYN, ILLINOIS
FILE NAM E
SUITE 350 DRAWN - NRH REVISED - REVISED - COTTAGE AVENUE JOB NO:
LISLE, IL 60532 PLOT SCALE = 40.0000 ' / in. CHECKED - SPF REVISED - REVISED -
TEL. 312-373-7700
2026 UTILITY AND ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS PLAN SHEET 58 OF 119
PLOT DATE = 1/15/2026 DATE - 1/15/2026 REVISED - REVISED -
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NOTE: EXISTING INLET AND CATCH BASIN STRUCTURES
LOCATED WITHIN 100 FEET OF THE CONSTRUCTION/WORK
LIMITS SHALL BE PROTECTED WITH INLET FILTER BASKETS.
PROPOSED SANITARY SERVICE HMA SC IL-9.5 D N50 - 2"
WITH NEW CLEAN OUT (TYP.) HMA BC IL-4.75 N50 - 1"
486 492 COTTAGE AVE 498 COTTAGE AVE 563NMAI
NST
PROPOSED SIDEWALK, 5'
COTTAGE 564NMAI
NST SEE SIDEWALK DETAILS
AVE
DATE NEW WATER SERVICE
PAVEMENT PATCH,
CONNECTION WITH B-BOX (TYP.)
CLASS B
WATER SERVICE CONNECTION
TO NEW MAIN (LONG SIDE) HMA SC IL-9.5 D N50 - 1.5" S-403
BY HMA BC IL-19.0 N50 - 2.5"
STORM SEWER P-402
REMOVAL 230 LF AGG SUBGRADE IMPR 12
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MATCH LI
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USER NAME = nolan.hicks DESIGNED - NRH REVISED - 2 4/13/2026 REVISED - DATE: 4/13/2026
VILLAGE OF GLEN ELLYN, ILLINOIS
FILE NAM E
SUITE 350 DRAWN - NRH REVISED - REVISED - COTTAGE AVENUE JOB NO:
LISLE, IL 60532 PLOT SCALE = 40.0000 ' / in. CHECKED - SPF REVISED - REVISED -
TEL. 312-373-7700
2026 UTILITY AND ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS PLAN SHEET 58 OF 119
PLOT DATE = 4/13/2026 DATE - 4/13/2026 REVISED - REVISED -
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Glen Ellyn Village Board Meeting 5/11/2026 5:45 PM
535 Duane Street Department: Public Works - Engineering
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Department Head: John Hubsky
Category: Presentation
Prepared By: Steven Warner, Richard Daubert
AGENDA ITEM (ID # 2026-329) DOC ID: 2026-329
Review of the Construction of a Sidewalk on the South Side of
Cottage Avenue between Main Street and Forest Avenue as part of
the 2026 Utility and Roadway Improvements Project (Public Works
Professional Engineer Daubert) (TentativeTimeframe: 6-7 pm)
Statement of the Issue:
The purpose of this agenda item is to review whether the Village should construct a sidewalk along
the south side of Cottage Avenue between Main Street and Forest Avenue. This block of Cottage
Avenue is being resurfaced as part of the Village’s 2026 Utility and Roadway Improvements Project.
Consistent with the Village’s Complete Streets Policy, staff evaluates sidewalk gaps within the
project for sidewalk installation during the design process. This segment was designed and included
in the project’s plans so that the improvements and any associated impacts could be reviewed with
adjacent residents. This topic was discussed at the February and March Capital Improvements
Commission (CIC) meetings, with extensive public input received regarding potential tree impacts.
At the direction of the CIC, staff worked with the Village Forestry Superintendent and an
independent forestry consultant (Osage, Inc.) to provide additional evaluations and mitigation
methods at the March CIC meeting. Upon consideration of these efforts, a unanimous motion was
passed by the CIC to recommend that the Village Board approve construction of the sidewalk. The
topic is discussed in more detail in this memorandum and staff will provide a brief presentation at
the Village Board meeting.
Analysis:
Design Process
As part of the 2026 Utility and Roadway Improvements Project’s design process, staff proposed a 5-
foot-wide sidewalk on the south side of Cottage Avenue, installed immediately behind the curb to
minimize impacts to adjacent landscaping and property. Staff notes that if spatial limitations did not
exist, it would have specified for the sidewalk to be 6-feet in width to provide additional separation
from the roadway for snow removal and overall pedestrian safety. The design includes partial
driveway replacement work, relocation of one fire hydrant and three no-parking signs, and removal
of three parkway trees. Relevant plan sheets from the roadway project plans are included as an
attachment to this memorandum.
Public Outreach and Feedback
Staff completed its typical public outreach for the Project, which included a public meeting to review
the scope of the project and seek input regarding the design. The sidewalk improvements were
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mentioned in the meeting invitation letter and specifically discussed at the public meeting held on
December 11, 2025. Multiple residents from the block and area were in attendance. Staff
summarized the improvements and potential impacts before fielding several questions and concerns
regarding the work. It appears that one of the three fronting residents supports the sidewalk
installation, while two are opposed to the sidewalk. Other residents had a mix of opinions for and
against the sidewalk, with the main factor against it being tree impacts. Aside from the three parkway
tree removals, one resident was concerned about the impacts to two large oak trees adjacent to the
work near 552 Forest Avenue. The larger of these trees is a Village-owned 250+ year-old tree with a
history of large falling branches as recently as 2024. As a result of the feedback at this meeting, staff
distributed a letter to approximately 45 adjacent properties inviting them to share their opinions of
the sidewalk and attend the February CIC meeting where it would be appropriate for a
recommendation regarding the sidewalk to be made.
Capital Improvements Commission Review and Recommendation
At the February CIC meeting, staff gave a brief presentation explaining the design, potential impacts,
and possible mitigation efforts for impacts to adjacent trees. Approximately 15 residents attended
and shared extensive feedback regarding the design, mostly focused on potential impacts to the two
large oak trees in front of 552 Forest Avenue. The CIC later directed staff to provide more
information regarding the current health of the larger burr oak tree and associated measures that
could be taken to minimize any impacts from construction. Accordingly, the topic was tabled to be
brought to the March CIC meeting.
At the March CIC meeting, staff provided an update for various tree-related items. Staff worked
with the Village’s Forestry Superintendent and independent tree consultant to re-evaluate the health
of the 47-inch burr oak tree and made recommendations as to how the impacts on this tree (and the
other oak on private property at 552 Forest Avenue) could be mitigated before, during, and after
construction. The resulting recommendations included treating both oak trees at 552 Forest Avenue
with a cambistat growth regulator treatment prior to construction to extend pruning cycles and
enhance overall tree health. Forestry has already proactively treated the Village-owned burr oak tree
with cambistat. This treatment could then be completed every other year as recommended by the
Forestry Superintendent. Prior to sidewalk excavation, it was recommended to use an air spade to
expose any roots on the back side of the sidewalk. If any roots are found to be in conflict with the
concrete sidewalk, they will be pruned at the direction of the Forestry Superintendent or consultant.
Roots that may exist within the proposed 4-inch base of the sidewalk will be avoided where possible.
The contractor will then install an urban tree structural soil mix (“CU-Structural” soil) as the base
for the sidewalk between the driveway for 535 Cottage and the existing sidewalk at the corner of
Forest and Cottage (approximately 183 linear feet). The Village Engineering team has direct
experience with utilizing this material in another community. A marked-up plan sheet showing
potential limits of these measures is included as an attachment to this memorandum. Approximately
15 residents were in attendance and an opportunity for “new” comments (since the February CIC
meeting) was provided. After deliberation by the CIC, a unanimous motion was passed
recommending that the Village construct the sidewalk while incorporating the aforementioned tree
protection and preservation measures.
Benefits and Other Factors for Consideration
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The major inherent benefit of installing this sidewalk is the increase in connectivity and the closing
of a sidewalk gap (or barrier) that could be limiting to pedestrians. The Village’s draft ADA
Transition Plan discusses sidewalk gaps and generally makes recommendations to install sidewalk
where feasible. The three fronting residents would now have direct sidewalk access to Main Street
and Forest Avenue, and other residents walking through the area would have a more direct route
without the need to cross to, and potentially from, the north side of Cottage.
While impacts to trees are not ideal, they are a common trade-off for public infrastructure, utilities,
and private improvements. The proposed plan, a 5-foot sidewalk along the curb, was selected with
the intent to minimize these impacts. Staff intends to incorporate the previously mentioned best
practices at the direction of the Village’s Forestry Division.
Staff also wants to emphasize that while trees are commonly impacted as part of Village and private
projects, it is acknowledged that this situation is unique. Staff regularly works with contractors to
minimize their impact on public and private trees and, as such, staff believes that this sidewalk can
be installed in a reasonable manner, if directed by the Village Board.
A decision not to install the sidewalk or “defer” as part of this project would not preclude any future
efforts to construct the sidewalk in the future. The sidewalk could also theoretically be constructed
for a portion of the block, but it is not ideal for sidewalk to end mid-block as it could lead to
pedestrians unknowingly approaching a “dead-end” sidewalk. This mid-block alternative was
considered by staff and the Capital Improvements Commission and ultimately not recommended.
Budget Impact:
Based on awarded unit pricing from the roadway project’s contract, this sidewalk installation
corresponds with approximately $42,200 in costs that would remain in the project or be omitted,
depending on Board direction. This amount includes sidewalk installation, concrete drive approach
replacement, sodding, and relocation of one fire hydrant. The costs of the additional treatments for
the large burr oak tree at 552 Forest Avenue are excluded from this amount, but would likely be
negotiated with the contractor, or paid for by tracking time and materials. Material costs for the CU-
Structural soil would be approximately $7,200 while the air spade work and cambistat treatments
would be completed in-house by the Forestry Division. Sign relocations and tree removals are also
assumed to be completed in-house by Glen Ellyn Public Works.
Contribution to Strategic Plan
Strategic Priority: Infrastructure; Initiatives: Develop the Capital Improvement Plan, Safe & reliable
roads & utilities
Action Requested:
Engineering staff recommends the Village Board of Trustees review the topic at the May 11th, 2026
Village Board Workshop Meeting, prior to making a motion at an upcoming Regular Meeting
containing formal direction regarding the sidewalk installation. Engineering staff will support either
direction, but would note that building the sidewalk is consistent with the CIC’s recommendation
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and initiatives in the Village’s ADA Transition Plan.
Attachments:
1. Plan Sheet Exhibit of Protective Tree Measures
2. Photo Exhibit of Protective Tree Measures
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6-Inch Concrete Sidewalk through Driveway with
ALIGNMENT CHECKED
CADD FILE NAME 563 FOREST
5-Inch Concrete Sidewalk with 4-Inch CU-Structural Soil Base (or coordinated with resident)
4-inch CU-Structural Soil Base
SURVEYED PLOTTED
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FOREST AVE
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DATE
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RELOCATE EXISTING SIGN
STRUCTURE NOTAT'
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2' BEHIND PROPOSED SIDEWALK 559
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GRADES CHECKED
PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE
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DRIVEWAY, 6" (TYP.)
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NST AVE 5
SURVEYED
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PLOTTED
PROPOSED SIDEWALK, 5'
PROFILE NOTE BOOK
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SCALE IN FEET
650 WARRENVILLE ROAD
USER NAME = nolan.hicks DESIGNED - NRH REVISED - REVISED - DATE: 1/15/2026
VILLAGE OF GLEN ELLYN, ILLINOIS
FILE NAM E
SUITE 350 DRAWN - NRH REVISED - REVISED - COTTAGE AVENUE JOB NO:
LISLE, IL 60532 CHECKED - SPF REVISED - REVISED -
TEL. 312-373-7700
PLOT SCALE = 40.0001 ' / in.
2026 UTILITY AND ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS PLAN SHEET 59 OF 119
PLOT DATE = 1/15/2026 DATE - 1/15/2026 REVISED - REVISED -
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SIGN TO BE RELOCATED
552 FOREST AVE
VILLAGE-OWNED 47-INCH
BURR OAK
PROPOSED SIDEWALK ALIGNMENT
AIR SPADE A NARROW TRENCH APPROX. 6 INCHES BEHIND
THE BACK OF PROPOSED SIDEWALK TO A DEPTH OF
APPROXIMATELY 10 INCHES. SELECTIVELY ROOT PRUNE
USE OF CU-STRUCTURAL SOIL IN PLACE ANY ROOTS EXTENDING INTO PROPOSED SIDEWALK.
OF TRADITIONAL STONE BASE
535 COTTAGE AVE
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PRIVATE OAK TREE
SIGN TO BE RELOCATED
552 FOREST AVE
PROPOSED SIDEWALK ALIGNMENT
AIR SPADE A NARROW TRENCH APPROX. 6 INCHES BEHIND
THE BACK OF PROPOSED SIDEWALK TO A DEPTH OF
APPROXIMATELY 10 INCHES. SELECTIVELY ROOT PRUNE
ANY ROOTS EXTENDING INTO PROPOSED SIDEWALK.
USE OF CU-STRUCTURAL SOIL IN PLACE
OF TRADITIONAL STONE BASE
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