Miscellaneous
Why are trees being removed when sidewalks are being replaced?
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The sidewalk replacement program is an initiative to ensure public safety and is in compliance with the recent revisions to the A.D.A. (Americans with Disabilities Act). Under this program any two adjacent sidewalk panels with a one inch or greater degree of vertical separation need to be replaced. The area under these raised panels must be excavated to correct the cause of the misalignment.
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The two main issues causing these problems are soil settlement and tree roots pushing up the panels. The tree roots are cut and removed so the replacement panel can be installed according to code. Older areas of the City have a greater incidence of sidewalk issues. These areas have been addressed first. All City sidewalks will be inspected as the program progresses.