During their June 18 meeting, City Commissioners will consider a $838,150 contract for a sidewalk project.

Staff is recommending approval of the contract to United Materials for sidewalks around Carter Park.

The project area was prioritized due to the above average pedestrian demand of the neighborhood park, according to city staff, and through the infrastructure scoring process outlined in the city’s Public Right of Way ADA Transition Plan.

If approved, the project will install curb ramps and an alley apron along three sides of the park, along 6th Avenue South from 3rd Street South to 4th Street South, along 4th Street South from 6th Street South to 7th Street South, and along 7th Avenue South from 4th Street South to 3rd Street South.

City approves contract for ADA improvement project

Construction will require temporary lane closures around Carter Park but access to residences and businesses will be maintained.

City staff completed the design phase engineering for plans and specifications. City staff will also provide construction phase engineering services and project inspection.

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The city received two bids for the project, one from Geranios Enterprises for $926,578 and the low bid from United Materials for $838,150.

The project is being funded through federal Community Development Block Grant funds, and the street assessment and gas tax funds.