pages: CityCouncil/2007-02-06.pdf, 10
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CityCouncil | 2007-02-06 | 10 | sidewalk if the City is not responsible for the damage; letters are sent to homeowners requesting that the sidewalk be repaired. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the City could provide homeowners with the name of a sidewalk repair contractor. The Associate Civil Engineer responded homeowners are provided with the name of the City's Contractor in order to get a better rate. The Public Works Director stated homeowners are provided with the name of the City's Contractor; the cost would be twice as much as the bid price if the City did the work through the Contractor ; mobilization and demobilization costs are higher for smaller areas. Mayor Johnson inquired whether homeowners could get a better price by getting a bid through the City's Contractor, to which the Public Works Director responded in the affirmative. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the permit fee could be waived by using the City's Contractori stated the permit fee is $80 to $90. The Public Works Director responded permit fees are waived for the first 25 linear feet of sidewalk replacement. Mayor Johnson suggested putting the City's sidewalk repair Contractor contact information on the City's website. Councilmember Gilmore thanked staff for a very detailed report; inquired whether residents are provided with care and feeding information when trees are planted; stated most homeowners do not know the consequences of improper watering. The Public Works Director stated young trees need deep watering in the first three to five years. Councilmember Gilmore stated the first step is educating the public. The Public Works Director stated a PVC sleeve would be used with all new sidewalk replacements. Mayor Johnson stated money would be saved in the long run if proper steps are taken; money is saved when tree pruning is eliminated, but costs are incurred when sidewalk, streets, and gutters are damaged. Mayor Johnson opened the public portion of the hearing. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 February 6, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-02-06.pdf |