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Sheffield increases sidewalk reimbursement to $5 per square foot
Summary
Trustees unanimously approved an amendment to the Sidewalk Replacement program to reimburse up to $5 per square foot, increasing the village's incentive and expected to cover roughly 50–75% of project costs for participating residents.
The board approved an amendment to the Sidewalk Replacement program that raises the reimbursement rate to up to $5 per square foot. Clerk Ries told trustees the current reimbursements covered only about one quarter of project costs; the revised policy aims to increase resident participation and is expected to cover approximately 50–75% of the total job when applicants complete required paperwork and parameters.
The motion to approve the amendment passed unanimously (6-0). Trustees emphasized the program is intended to encourage repairs and replacements and that the higher reimbursement is meant to improve uptake among homeowners.
