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Resolution No. 1 - Prepare Plans and Specifications for Miller Avenue Sidewalk and Curb & Gutter Improvements
Memorandum
Approval of the attached resolution directs staff to prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for the addition of new sidewalk and curb & gutter along Miller Avenue as a special assessment project. This work will be part of the Miller Avenue Improvements Project (Maple Road to Newport Road) which is scheduled for construction in 2013.
Miller Avenue Improvements Project
Miller Avenue from Maple Road to Huron Street is scheduled for reconstruction in 2012 as an MDOT-let Federal Aid Project. In addition to the street reconstruction, the project includes replacement of the water main, stormwater improvements and rain gardens, sanitary sewer repairs, striping for bike lanes, marked street crossing pedestrian islands, and the addition of sidewalk and curb & gutter where there are gaps.
Public workshops were held in 2009 to develop the scope of work. This project is included in the approved City of Ann Arbor Budgeted Capital Improvement Projects for FY12 & FY13. The final project design is currently underway.
Sidewalk Gaps
On the south side of Miller Avenue, there is currently a gap in the sidewalk system which extends from approximately Saunders Crescent to Linda Vista Avenue. In accordance with the City’s Non-Motorized Plan and Complete Streets approach, it is proposed to add new sidewalk to close this gap and provide a continuous pedestrian connection along the south side of the street. Providing this walkway would allow safer access to Miller Park, as well as bus stops located on the south side of the road. A map of the area is attached.
The construction of this sidewalk may require the removal of some vegetation and grading along some properties. Where grading on private property is needed, we will be asking the property owners to provide temporary grading permit. As part of the MDOT process, property owners will be compe...
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