PLANNING PHASE
Langdon Shoreline Protection and Beach Access Project
Temporary Access Path: A path allowing temporary access to Langdon Beach opened to the public over Labor Day weekend!
Long-Term Bluff Revetment and Beach Access: At their August 14 Regular Meeting and August 28 Committee of the Whole (COW) meeting, the Board of Park Commissioners received presentations from SmithGroup regarding long-term beach access path options, bluff revetment and landscaping. In addition, accessibility consultants WT Group presented their analysis of recent path designs with relation to their compliance within applicable federal and state accessibility laws. WT Group also consulted with SmithGroup in the development of an additional two alternative, accessible path designs.
Find all presentations, WT Group documents and other details on the Langdon project page here
The Board is considering all options and plans to make a decision in September.
PLANNING PHASE
Gillson Park Improvement Project
The Gillson Park Improvement Project work includes roadway reconstruction, pathway improvements, sidewalk installation, utility rehabilitation and ADA accessibility additions.
At the August 28 COW meeting, a consulting engineer from Gewalt Hamilton and Associates presented modified plans for the sidewalk along Harbor Drive to accommodate the Wilmette Harbor Association's requested adjustments. The Board also received an update on other items that impact timing of permitting, bidding and construction. View the presentation here.
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