Explanation
1. BACKGROUND
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) annually accepts applications to fund projects using Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program funds. SRTS funds are available to communities as grants to be used to improve the ability of elementary and middle school students to walk and bicycle to school safely. A community may be awarded up to $400,000 for an infrastructure project.
The Department of Public Service submitted a Safe Routes to School application March 5, 2021, with a current focus on two pairs of bump-outs on Summit Street. This project is on a priority corridor for Weinland Park Elementary School and will provide improved crossings for students and pedestrians across Summit Street. ODOT requires the submission of an ordinance if the application is successful and selected to receive grant funding.
2. EXPECTED PROJECT
The Department of Public Service has submitted an application for the following projects:
Bumpout - Summit Street & 3rd Avenue and Bumpout - Summit Street & 8th Avenue: These project’s primary focus is to construct two pairs of bumpouts on Summit Street, which will improve pedestrian crossings that currently serve Weinland Park Elementary School. One pair of bumpouts will be at the intersection of Summit Street and 8th Avenue, and one pair of bumpouts will be at the intersection of Summit Street and 3rd Avenue. The current project cost estimate is approximately $450,000.00.
(This listing is meant to be illustrative and is believed to be accurate and complete; however, last minute project additions and substitutions are at the discretion of the Director of Public Service.)
3. FISCAL IMPACT
No financial participation is required at this time. City funds will be approved in the form of design contracts, right of way acquisition, and/or construction contracts that will be submitted for Council's approval.
4. EMERGENCY DESIGNATION
Emergency action is requested to provide Council's approval prepare and execu...
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