Village hires Safe Step for sidewalk grinding pilot, allocates $5,000

Oct 6, 2025

Director Leitzinger recommended the Safe Step sidewalk-grinding program used by nearby towns and the board voted to commit $5,000 to the program; the company will focus on the most dangerous sidewalks and recommend replacements where grinding is insufficient.

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Director of Public Works Leitzinger presented information on Safe Step Safe Sidewalk Solutions, which grinds uneven sidewalks and has been used by nearby communities. He noted many towns start with a $5,000 commitment and the company focuses efforts on the most hazardous sections; if a lip is too large to grind they recommend full replacement.

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