Residents are being asked to complete two surveys that could help the City of Freeport strengthen applications for state funding to expand portions of its shared-use path network.
The city is seeking support for two Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program grant applications, according to a community announcement. The projects focus on improving non-motorized transportation connections on Freeport’s south and north sides.
The south-side proposal would connect multiple neighborhoods to necessity shopping destinations by completing gaps in the network along Fairground Road. The project would improve access to Southgate Plaza and Meadows Shopping Center…