Infrastructure Projects

CRUMLEY DETENTION BASIN IMPROVEMENTS

Description: Construction improvements to Crumley Basin will address deficiencies in stormwater conveyance, mitigate soil erosion, and correct issues within existing stormwater infrastructure to ensure the proper operation and enhanced performance of the basin’s stormwater system.

Location:  Crumley Detention Basin (Crumley Detention Basin Map)

Schedule: Engineering Design April 2026 - Fall 2026
Construction: Spring 2027

PRIVATE PROPERTY DRAINAGE SOLUTIONS 

Description: Residents facing severe drainage problems will pay to share solutions, such as installing new drainpipes and a rain garden. 

The Village proactively works with residents to solve private drainage problems. Some private properties have drainage issues after several inches of rainfall. In some circumstances, the Village shares the cost to install drainage improvements at a variety of locations each year. Should you experience substantial drainage issues after lots of rainfall, contact Public Works to discuss the private property drainage solution. 

Location: The locations change each year based on the severity of the drainage problems. 

Schedule: August 2026 through November 2026

MELAS-MEADOWS PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
Description: Construction of a pedestrian bridge across Northwest Highway and the Union Pacific railroad tracks connecting Melas Park and Meadows Park
Location: Northwest Highway east of Waterman Avenue
Schedule: Construction Fall 2026 through 2027

CENTRAL ROAD & WELLER LANE PEDESTRIAN CROSSING IMPROVEMENTS
Description: Upgrades to existing crossing to match the recently constructed crosswalk at Central Road and Cathy Lane
Location: Central Road east of Weller Lane
Schedule: Completed in 2026

NEW SIDEWALK PROGRAM - WOLF ROAD
Description:  Install new sidewalks where none currently exist to enhance pedestrian mobility
Location:  Wolf Road (East side) between Euclid Avenue and Prospect Heights Train Station
Schedule:  Complete construction December 2026

KENSINGTON ROAD BIKE PATH PROJECT
Description: Replacement of sidewalk and stairs with a bike path.  Pedestrian crossing gates at the railroad crossing
Location: Kensington Road from railroad tracks to Burning Bush Lane
Schedule: Construction Fall 2026 through Spring 2027

CDBG SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
Description: To provide a more convenient and safer pedestrian walkway, the Village of Mount Prospect will be removing and replacing uneven and deteriorated squares of the public sidewalk
Location: Various locations throughout the Village
Schedule: Completed for 2026

BRICK SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT
Description: Assess the brick sidewalk in various locations around Mount Prospect for areas of repair and replacement
Location: Various locations
Schedule: Work to be completed Spring 2026 through Fall 2026

STREET RESURFACING PROGRAM
Description: This program is responsible for a scheduled maintenance activity to preserve a high-quality, 136-mile road network with a 20-year life cycle to ensure safe travel. This program replaces damaged sidewalks, curbs, and structures associated with underground utilities in addition to resurfacing
Location: Various Locations throughout Village
Schedule: Construction April 2026 through December 2026

RAND ROAD LIGHTING PROJECT
Description: Installation of street lights along Rand Road between Camp McDonald Road and Elmhurst Road (IL 83)
Location: Rand Road
Schedule: May 2024 through November 2025

GREGORY STREET LIGHTING PROJECT
Description:  Installation of street lights along Gregory street between Main St (Route 83) and  Waterman Ave
Location:  Gregory Street
Schedule: April 2026 through May 2027

 

WATER MAIN IMPROVEMENTS
Description: Replacement of deteriorated water main segments is a high priority due to water loss from main breaks and replacement of water mains around newly developed locations to meet fire flow code standards
Location: Prospect Avenue, South Albert Street, South Louis Street, South Pine Street, Can Dota Avenue, Robert Drive and Palm Drive
Schedule: Construction Start – April 2026 – Construction Completed - October 2026

SEWER MAIN LINING
Description: The contractor will install a cured-in-place pipe line into an existing sewer pipe to extend the life of the infrastructure. This method is trenchless, quicker, and safer than traditional open-cut sewer replacement methods
Location: Various locations. See the location map on the project page
Schedule: April through September

FAIRVIEW GARDENS GRAVITY SEWER CONNECTION
Description: In 2024 the Fairview Gardens Lift Station was abandoned and a new 12” gravity sewer was installed on Horner Lane and Central Road connecting the Villages sanitary sewer in the subdivision to MWRD’s intercepting sewer located at the intersection of Central Road and Wolf Road. The Village has lined all sewer mains and manholes in the subdivision, eliminating all infiltration into the public system. However, 96 homes in the subdivision have drain tiles tied to the sanitary sewer via their home’s sewer lateral. The proposed program would disconnect the homes’ drain tiles from the sanitary service lateral thus reducing unnecessary inflow and infiltration from storm and ground water
Location:  Fairview Gardens Subdivision
Schedule: All of 2025

ALGONQUIN ROAD SANITARY SEWER PROJECT
Responsible Agency: VILLAGE OF ARLINGTON HEIGHTS
Description: Installation of sanitary sewer along Algonquin Road from Busse Road to Cedar Glen Drive to increase capacity
Location: Algonquin Road
Schedule: September 2025 to July 2026

ALGONQUIN ROAD BIKE PATH & LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS
Description: Completion of Phase I Engineering was in 2022. This year will include Phase II Design and Land Acquisition. CMAQ funding has been secured for a portion of this project
Location: Algonquin Road
Schedule: Phase II Engineering June 2024 – December 2026. Land Acquisition October 2024 – October 2026.  Construction 2027

RAND / IL 83 / KENSINGTON ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
Description: Roadway widening and traffic signal modernization to improve the operation of the Rand / IL 83 / Kensington intersection.  Street lighting, bike path and sidewalk improvements included.
Location: Rand Road / IL 83 / Kensington Road
Schedule: Phase II Engineering (design)  2024/ through 2026. Land Acquisition 2024 through 2026. Construction 2027 through 2028.

BUSSE ROAD RECONSTRUCTION BY COOK COUNTY
Description: Reconstruct Busse Road from Central Road to Golf Road by the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways
Schedule: Phase II Design Engineering 2024/2025. Construction 2026/2027
Transparency and Fact Check Portal for The Busse Road Improvement Study by Cook County

WELLER CREEK BANK STABILIZATION STUDY
Description: Development of an engineering study to provide bank stabilization and channel improvement recommendations.
Location: Weller Creek from Elmhurst to Mount Prospect Road
Schedule: June 2024 through Fall 2026


STORMWATER MANAGEMENT MASTER PLAN
Description: Develop an updated plan to address current and future stormwater issues in the Village.
Location: Throughout entire Village
Schedule: January  2025 through January 2027

CENTRAL ROAD RAILROAD CROSSING IMPROVEMENTS PHASE I ENGINEERING
Description: Improve traffic operations and safety at the railroad crossing and surrounding road network. Continue Phase I Engineering, including Alternatives Analysis Report and Project Development Report
Location: Central Road and Northwest Highway and Prospect Avenue
Schedule:  September 2024 through August 2026