Description
Deteriorating sidewalk. This was reported over three years ago which was rated a two out three per the city grading scale.
1. Why do citizens receive second or third tier service?
2. Why are new sidewalks created throughout old developments never having them (ie, such as Northside subdivisions)?
3. How is three years considered acceptable?
4. Is this report even on the books? Paint has dissipated with the Egyptian pyramids with minimal visibility.
Any citizen services are appreciated.
also asked...
Q. Please provide the address of the property in violation.
A. 716 Washington St, St Charles, MO 63301
A. 716 Washington St, St Charles, MO 63301
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Good morning, Steps -
The City has implemented asphalt repairs as a temporary solution to address property owners concerns about pedestrian sidewalk safety. Asphalt is a cost effective alternative for what are typically smaller sidewalk repair sections.; labor and material costs are less with asphalt than with concrete.
Nationally, sidewalk maintenance and responsibility is a complex issue for Cities. In St. Charles, according to City code Section 505.270, sidewalk maintenance and repair is the responsibility of the abutting property owners, not the City. However, the Department of Public Works has continually worked with property owners on maintenance and repair instances throughout the City. Currently, property owners are offered (3) repair options pertaining to sidewalks. These options are as follows:
1) 50/50 sidewalk program - the City may contribute fifty percent (50%) of the cost to repair a defective sidewalk when a property owner requests the repair or requests the acceleration of a scheduled sidewalk repair. The property owner shall be responsible for payment of the sidewalk repair cost and the City will be reimburse the property owner 50% of that cost.
2) Temporary replacement of sidewalk sections or wedging with asphalt for safety issues. These repairs are only completed with the permission of the abutting property owner. In these locations, a permanent concrete repair will remain on the sidewalk concrete repair list and will be addressed in most cases within 2-4 years.
3) No asphalt repair is made and the location remains on the repair list to be addressed within 2-4 years.
The Department of Public Works is evaluating treatment options for asphalt repairs to address aesthetic concerns. These options may include painting or curing alternatives for homeowners to consider. Should you have any additional comments or concerns pertaining to sidewalk maintenance and repair, please call 636-949-3363 and ask to speak with the Street Maintenance Supervisor.
Enjoy the day.