First step is to have Public Works inspect the location and make a determination about the sidewalk. If there is a city factor impacting the sidewalk's condition (ie. tree) then the city is responsible for grinding/repair. If damage is caused by wear/tear/neglect and would pose a safety hazard, we at Public Works will try to alleviate the hazard by patching it and then deem a full repair is the "resident's responsibility".
In some cases, if area being impacted is severe and involves more than one address, area can be reviewed by the Resource Allocation Committee for a major project. Engineering would oversee new sidewalk replacements.
We at Public Works will always work with property owners to explore how best to get the work done.
Problem is getting worse. The locust tree is lifting the sidewalk and I’ve watched 3 mothers with multiple children struggle to get their carriages over, and one nearly fell with 2 infants in a tandem stroller.
Please inspect and repair this sidewalk before someone actually gets hurt. I am the homeowner here and have observed the lifting over the last 3 years.
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Acknowledged Executive Administrative Assistant - Department of Parks & Public Works (Verified Official)
First step is to have Public Works inspect the location and make a determination about the sidewalk. If there is a city factor impacting the sidewalk's condition (ie. tree) then the city is responsible for grinding/repair. If damage is caused by wear/tear/neglect and would pose a safety hazard, we at Public Works will try to alleviate the hazard by patching it and then deem a full repair is the "resident's responsibility".
In some cases, if area being impacted is severe and involves more than one address, area can be reviewed by the Resource Allocation Committee for a major project. Engineering would oversee new sidewalk replacements.
We at Public Works will always work with property owners to explore how best to get the work done.
Alissa Chapin (Registered User)
Problem is getting worse. The locust tree is lifting the sidewalk and I’ve watched 3 mothers with multiple children struggle to get their carriages over, and one nearly fell with 2 infants in a tandem stroller.
Please inspect and repair this sidewalk before someone actually gets hurt. I am the homeowner here and have observed the lifting over the last 3 years.