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<br /> . ~ <br /> Sidewalk S fety Newsletter Article <br /> ~ Page 2 <br /> ~ September 0, 1994 <br /> The ost common problems with existing sidewalks are tripping hazards caused by <br /> sunken, cra ked, or heaved pavement blocks, missing sections, or exposed rough aggregate <br /> due to disin egration of the surface cement. Sometimes there are underlying problems that <br /> i <br /> need to be aken care of, such as tree roots pushing up the sidewalk or a leaking water line <br /> washing a y the ground under the sidewalk. <br /> Afte property owners are notified by the City, they have 20 days to correct the <br /> i <br /> ~ problems. here are several options for fixing deficient sidewalks: property owners can <br /> make their wn repairs; they can hire a private contractor to do the repairs; or they can have <br /> the City do the work. It may be less expensive for property owners to hire a contractor or do <br /> I <br /> the work t mselves. The City's minimum charge for sidewalk construction is $275. The <br /> City's char a for grinding down high spots is $60 per grind. <br /> ~ Har Neet, the City's sidewalk inspector, can offer advice on how to make repairs. <br /> He has a li t of repair requirements as well as a list of private contractors available to do <br /> concrete re airs. The best time to reach Harry is from 8 to 9:30 a.m. and 3 to 4:15 p.m., <br /> i Monday th ough Friday, at 687-5384. <br /> i <br /> i <br /> <br />