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Resolution No. 1 - Prepare Plans and Specifications for the Proposed Miller/Maple Sidewalk Project - Sidewalk and Curb and Gutter Special Assessment Project
Memorandum
Approval of the attached resolution directs staff to prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates to fill in the sidewalk gaps along Miller Avenue and North Maple Road as a special assessment project. This work will be included in the Miller/Maple Sidewalk Project which in part will be funded by the Federal Surface Transportation Fund (STP). The City's ability to use federal funds for this project will also create the opportunity for the private property owners to receive the sidewalk and curb and gutter improvements at less than the standard rates.
There are currently gaps in the sidewalk on Miller Avenue between the westbound M-14 off ramp and North Maple Road; and on North Maple Road between Miller Avenue and westbound M-14 roundabout. The gaps are approximately 2,400 feet in length. In accordance with the City's Non-Motorized Plan and Complete Streets approach, it is proposed to install a new sidewalk to close the gap and provide a continuous pedestrian connection along the north side of Miller Avenue and the west side of North Maple Road. The construction of the sidewalk will also require the construction of curb and gutter, the removal of some trees, and a small amount of storm sewer to maintain drainage.
As called for in Chapter 13 of City Code, the cost for the addition of new sidewalk, curb and gutter, and storm sewer where none currently exists is borne by the parcels that benefit from the improvements. Because this is a federal-aid project, up to 80% of the construction cost of the sidewalk would be paid by federal Surface Transportation Funds. The remainder of the costs would be local share.
The project may also require the City to obtain some temporary grading easements from adjacent property owners. As required by MDOT, staff will estimate the value of the g...
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