Report to Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, July 18, 2017
Discussion
SUBJECT:
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CONSIDER ADOPTING THE CITYWIDE SIDEWALK ASSESSMENT REPORT AND ALLOW A PRESENTATION BY NICHOLS CONSULTING ENGINEERS, CHTD. FOR PROJECT NO. 1509: CITYWIDE SIDEWALK ASSESSMENT (CITY COUNCIL)
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I. SUMMARY
The City has been in the process of updating its infrastructure repairs. The City Council will review the Citywide Sidewalk Assessment Report (SAR) update. Project No. 1509: Citywide Sidewalk Assessment will maintain updated and accessible records of the sidewalks, curb and gutters distresses, and curb ramps repairs; and replacement budget needs, allowing the Council and staff to prioritize maintenance as funding becomes available.
The 2017 Citywide SAR identified six principal problems with our sidewalks, curbs, gutters and curb ramps - cracking, patching, faulting, vaulting, spalling, and holes; and focused on damage that posed a tripping hazard. A total of $11.46 million is needed to address the tripping hazards and curb ramps throughout the City. It should be noted that these costs are based on current construction estimates, and that material and labor costs may rise in the future. The consultant engineer will provide a presentation on the Citywide SAR.
II. RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
1. Listen to the presentation on the Citywide Sidewalk Assessment
2. RECEIVE and FILE.
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III. ALTERNATIVES
TAKE another action the City Council deems appropriate and consistent with the requirements of the law.
IV. BACKGROUND
The City of Carson is responsible for the repair and maintenance of 203.1 centerline miles of streets, including approximately 10 million square feet of sidewalks, curb and gutter, ramps, and driveway approaches. These assets are collectively valued at $36.3 million.
On May 3, 2016, the City Council approved Item No. 19; award a Professional Services Agreement to Nichols Consulting Engineers (NCE) for Project No. 1509: Citywide Sidewalk Assessment...
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