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Shelton adopts $29 million ADA transition plan; council to phase sidewalk fixes as residents press safety concerns
Summary
The Shelton City Council adopted an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) transition plan assessing about $29 million in accessibility work citywide and discussed a phased funding approach after residents raised safety concerns about crumbling sidewalks.
Shelton — The Shelton City Council on Sept. 16 adopted an ADA transition plan that inventories curb ramps, sidewalks and other right-of-way features and estimates roughly $29,000,000 in improvements needed for full compliance. Assistant Public Works Director Aaron Next told the council the plan is a prerequisite for many transportation grants and will help the city qualify for state funding.
The transition plan matters because it sets the city’s priorities and timelines for bringing sidewalks, ramps and pedestrian signals into compliance with federal accessibility standards. Aaron Next said the city will…
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