City Council

13. RESULTS OF SIDEWALK INSPECTION SURVEY\nThe City of Bell Gardens maintains approximately 85 miles of sidewalk within its boundaries. It is\nimportant that these sidewalks are inspected on a regular basis as they continue to lift, mainly from\ntree roots, which result in hazardous conditions and increase the City’s liability from potential trip\nand fall incidents. In September 2022, the City Council awarded Precision Concrete Cutting, Inc. a\n5\ncontract for the inspection of sidewalks citywide and identification of hazardous conditions. The\nresults identified 2,168 sidewalk sections that are lifted/raised requiring repair by grinding or saw\ncutting, and 121 sidewalk sections (approximately 44,191 square feet) that are broken requiring\nremoval and replacement. Staff estimates it will take approximately 12 months to complete repairs\nto all identified sidewalk locations. Inspections will continue on an annual basis following repairs.\nRecommendation:\nIt is staff's recommendation that the City Council receive and file this item.