The Illinois Route 19 project was initiated as part of the Illinois FIRST Program. The initial recommendation by the Department proposed a five lane cross-section (two-lanes in each direction) separated by a flush median/two-way left-turn lane. This plan was presented at an initial public information meeting. Based on the comments received and follow-up discussions with the community, an extensive alternatives analysis process was initiated, which included computer simulated traffic modeling of numerous build improvement alternatives. Based on this analysis, and continuing coordination with the community, a modified alternative was developed to included a five-lane cross-section for the west end of the project in the commercial area, however, narrowed to a two-lane roadway (one lane in each direction) separated by a grassed barrier median with roadway shoulders on the outside edges of pavement through the residential area. This plan was presented to the community representation and was well-received. We will be displaying this plan to the community-at-large at a public hearing in the near future to assess support and accept comments before finalizing the plan.