Officials discuss sidewalk replacement strategy, note property-owner maintenance requirement
Byron's Community Services Committee reviewed sidewalk maintenance strategy; the city has been saw-cutting trip hazards, Alderman Jessica Nehring urged replacement despite higher cost, Mayor John Rickard highlighted ADA compliance, and City Attorney Aaron Szeto reminded that city ordinances place responsibility for sidewalks with property owners.
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Public Works Director Aaron Vincer reported crews have been saw-cutting sidewalks to remove trip hazards and said the department is working to maintain sidewalks before they deteriorate further. He asked the committee for feedback on strategies for replacing sidewalks in town.
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