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Committee directs staff to fix sidewalk and driveway apron at 8837 White Avenue to reduce standing water
Summary
Public Works recommended raising the sidewalk and apron at 8837 White Avenue (highest point ~4 inches) and coordinating with homeowners on downspout/sump-pump relocation; committee authorized staff to proceed, citing safety concerns for students who cross there.
Public works representative Dan told the committee standing water forms at 8837 White Avenue because the sidewalk and driveway are at a low elevation and there is no nearby storm inlet. His estimate for the work—concrete sidewalk and apron replacement—ranged from about $1,500 in materials to a Gonzales contractor estimate of $5,310. Dan said the highest sidewalk raise would be about four inches and staff can adjust street transitions to avoid creating an excessive driveway hump.
Committee members emphasized this is a highly traveled student crossing and urged staff to proceed. Dan said the homeowner at 8837 is willing to move a sump pump and cooperate, and that staff can absorb material costs within the existing sidewalk/streets budget. An alderman moved to direct staff to proceed with the apron/driveway and coordinate with neighboring homeowners on runoff; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote.
Dan said staff will perform field shots and mark the work to maintain ADA compliance and avoid vehicle clearance problems; if private downspouts contribute, staff will work with property owners to minimize runoff into the repaired area.
