Council approves advertisement for library sidewalk reconstruction to address ADA concerns

Council voted to authorize advertisement for the Library Sidewalk Reconstruction Project (DPW-6-26), the first phase of a multi-year plan to repair sidewalks around the municipal building and the library.

Staff said the project was included in the 2025 capital-improvement plan (CIP) with $52,000 and an additional $125,000 identified in the 2026 CIP; the current estimate for the library portion is around $70,000. Michael told council the work will address a tripping hazard, replace deteriorated sections, and modify an ADA ramp that is not compliant with current standards.

The project will combine contracted work with in-house public-works tasks for parking-area and accessibility improvements. Staff also said the library’s grant requirement for an outdoor seating area may be accommodated through an alternate bid for a concrete pad and picnic seating, though that option is not yet finalized.

Council approved putting the project out to bid. Staff said they will solicit proposals and return to council with awarded bids and recommended next steps.