Crosswalk of unity

Downtown addition spells out community values

The city has entered phase two of its latest effort to make downtown safer and more welcoming, rolling out on-brand amenities for Elgin’s cyclists.

The latest Crosswalk of Unity project additions include ELGIN- shaped bike racks, a bike repair station and an air pump installed at the Veterans Memorial Park expansion on Depot Street. The upgrades are designed to blend practical safety improvements with artistic elements that celebrate the city’s diversity, according to officials.