Bensenville, IL

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: This project will enhance pedestrian safety at busy intersections by adding warning surfaces, clearer crosswalks and benches. This will make it easier and safer for older adults and those with mobility or vision challenges to cross.

Maywood, IL

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Bikeability

Description: Many Maywood residents lacked affordable bike maintenance, limiting mobility for commuters, older adults and unhoused individuals who depend on bicycles. To address this, the library installed a public repair station with eight tethered tools and a manual air pump near its entrance, creating free access for routine and complex fixes. Within days, residents were using the station, helping older adults stay active and connected to local trails. The project also complements the Healthy Maywood initiative, promoting safe, low-cost transportation options for the community.

Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.