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Council reviews Main Street sidewalk rehabilitation study; urban renewal may fund work
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Summary
Public works director presented a Keller Engineers concept study for downtown Main Street sidewalk rehabilitation and ADA improvements; council discussed funding sources including the Middleton Urban Renewal District, ITD ADA money and future grant opportunities.
Public works director Jason presented a concept study prepared by Keller Engineers for rehabilitating downtown Main Street sidewalks and business frontages.
Jason described the existing decorative features (brick stamped curbing and street lights) and said the study examined costs per section, the possibility of moving curb lines (with drainage tradeoffs), and more ambitious options such as undergrounding power lines. He told council the downtown project is a logical use for remaining Urban Renewal District funds as that district approaches expiration in four or five years.
Jason also said the city may pursue ITD funds for ADA accessibility improvements along state facilities and that the council could consider contributing local funds or pursuing grants. Councilmembers asked about 'safe routes to school' funding and feedback radar signs; Jason said staff could explore additional options and bring updated cost information back during budget season.
