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Bloomington board commits $5,000 to Safe Step sidewalk grinding program for 2026
Summary
The board approved a $5,000 contract with Safe Step Safe Sidewalk Solutions to grind and repair dangerous sidewalk lips in 2026 and separately approved a $1,500 fix to the sidewalk by the Legion building; Leitzinger will propose sidewalk removals and cost estimates.
Trustees approved hiring Safe Step Safe Sidewalk Solutions for a $5,000 commitment to grind and repair sidewalks in 2026, prioritizing the most hazardous locations, after Director of Public Works Leitzinger presented the company’s program and practices used by nearby towns.
Leitzinger explained that Safe Step usually starts with an initial commitment (many towns start at $5,000) and will grind trip hazards where feasible, recommending full replacement where grinding is insufficient. President Robert McLimans said the proposed 2026 budget includes roughly $10,000 for sidewalk repair and suggested allocating $5,000 to test the program.
The board also approved a separate $1,500 quote to fix a cracked sidewalk lip near the Legion building and asked Leitzinger to prepare a plan that includes potential sidewalk removals and cost estimates for future budgeting.
What happens next: Leitzinger will provide a plan for sidewalk removals and cost estimates; contracted grinding is expected in 2026 under the approved $5,000 commitment.
