"sidewalks"

This item authorizes the activation of an optional period for an existing contract regarding the repair of sidewalks and curbs throughout the city.

This item introduces a new policy aimed at improving sidewalks and pedestrian crossings in urban areas, focusing on enhancing pedestrian safety and accessibility.

The committee reviewed the performance of the 2024-2025 winter maintenance season. Councillors discussed successes, such as improved sidewalk clearing and interactive mapping, while addressing concerns regarding school corridors, communication of service levels, and the integration of waste collection schedules with snow removal.

The committee discussed the proposed 'Policy for the Improvement of Sidewalks and Pedestrian Crossings in Built-up Areas' (PO-054), which aims to establish objective criteria for prioritizing new sidewalk and pedestrian crossing projects. Councillors raised questions regarding the integration of these projects with road repairs, technical feasibility in less urban areas, stormwater management, and the long-term budget for maintenance. The policy is intended to standardize how the city identifies and prioritizes pedestrian infrastructure needs across all districts.

The committee will review and provide a recommendation on a new policy aimed at upgrading and improving pedestrian infrastructure, such as sidewalks and crosswalks, in existing urban areas.

The Commission recommended that City Council adopt the new policy (PO-054) aimed at improving sidewalks and pedestrian crossings in existing built-up areas. This policy focuses on adding infrastructure where it is currently missing to ensure safer and more comfortable pedestrian travel.

The commission recommended that the municipal council approve a modification to the 2024-2025 work plan to include the policy for improving sidewalks and pedestrian crossings in built-up areas.

This item covers the review of the 2023-2024 winter snow removal operations and the progress of the Winter Viability Policy. Council members discussed service levels for sidewalks, the use of GPS technology, pilot projects for ecological neighborhoods, and communication strategies to inform citizens about snow removal activities.

This item involves awarding a contract for the repair of sidewalks and curbs across the city to maintain pedestrian infrastructure.

The city is awarding a contract to Pavage Gadbois 3991474 Canada inc. for sidewalk and curb repairs, totaling approximately $2,488,059.00, with options for renewal.