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Consideration of committee and council support and resolution for Wisconsin Department of Transportation curb ramp improvement projects 2030-22-72 and 2200-10-74
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Submitted by:
Boris Veleusic, P.E., City Engineer
Department:
Public Works, Engineering
A. Issue
Consideration of committee and council support and resolution for Wisconsin Department of Transportation curb ramp improvement projects 2030-22-72 and 2200-10-74. Further details on these projects will be provided by WisDOT at a later date.
B. Background/Options
WisDOT, in agreement with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is in the process of bringing curb ramps along state highways into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). WisDOT has created a Standalone Curb Ramp program to complete these updates outside of standard roadway projects, and has identified curb ramps within the City of Wauwatosa that are in need of updates. Design and construction for these projects are 100% covered by WisDOT.
WisDOT has identified a federal funding source, referred to as TA Set Aside funds that can be used for this purpose. However, a requirement of the funding request is that the local municipality request WisDOT’s usage of these federal funds.
C. Strategic Plan (Area of Focus)
Priority 3: Infrastructure
D. Fiscal Impact
None
E. Recommendation
Approve letters of support and recommend council resolution supporting this program.
Common Council