Streetscape enhancements in downtown Barrington the intersection of Cook and Station streets. | Courtesy of Barrington/Kimley-Horn
By Steve Zalusky | Daily Herald
Barrington officials updated the village board Monday with a plan to borrow $1.6 million to fund phase one of the village’s downtown streetscape improvement plan.
Aaron Gold of Speer Financial Group spoke before the board, telling trustees the funds could be secured late next month.
Deputy Village Manager Marie Hansen said work on the first phase on Station Street between Hough Street and Grove Avenue and Cook Street between Main and Lake streets, as well as a portion of Park Avenue, will begin later this month or early next.
The scope of work includes the removal of pavers, installation of new sidewalks and clay brick accents, relocation of the trash enclosure on Station Street and enhanced landscaping throughout.
Hansen said the entire project, including the second phase at Main and Hough streets, is likely to cost $3.5 million.
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