WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. — There's a lot to see and do on Main Street in the Village of Williamsville, but getting from one side to the other is a challenge.

"We have 40,000 cars come down the street a day, to be a pedestrian, it's intimidating," said Irishman Pub General Manager Maria MacPeek.

"It's like a live game of Frogger when it comes to dodging cars," said Williamsville Mayor Dan DeLano.

In an attempt to make the street more walkable, the village is preparing for construction on its "Picture Main Street" project.

Funded by the state and village, the nearly $4 million venture will modify sidewalks, improve pedestrian visibility and add a HAWK signal to increase crosser safety.

"It's not fair to the residents trying to get from one side to the other, but it's unfair to the driver, because there isn't a set crossing point. Now that will be funneled into one place," said DeLano. 

It's a project businesses like the Irishman Pub have been asking for for years.

"When you're walking around, it's easier to see what's in the shop window, looking at the next restaurant or cafe you want to check out. More people coming in, hopefully more businesses coming in and that helps us out as well," said MacPeek.

Construction begins June 4 and will happen in sections between the I-290 and Williamsville South High School.

Officials say most roadwork will be done at night, and there will be no lane closures during peak traffic hours.

The entire project is expected to be finished by the end of October, but in the meantime, Main Street will remain open for business.

"If you live close, leave the car at home, come visit us on foot," said MacPeek.