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PROJECT II-24: SIDEWALK AND OTHER IMPROVEMENTS
Referendum Statement: This project consists of the design and construction and/or improvements of such items as: sidewalk, access ramps, pedestrian signals and crossings, school zone crossings, and general pedestrian improvements. Specific projects will be developed on a yearly basis and prioritized utilizing a ranking system.

Project Location: Various sidewalk projects throughout the entire Athens-Clarke County area.

  • Original Project Budget:
    • (Fixed) $ 800,000
    • (Variable) $ 106,670
  • Additional SPLOST Revenues Allocated: None
  • Additional Requested Funding from General Fund – FY01-FY05: $615,000 (FY02-FY05 Projected)
  • Total Project Budget: $ 1,521,670
  • Operating Budget Impact: $0
  • Budgets
    • FY01: $140,000
    • FY02: $165,000
    • FY03: $165,000
    • FY04: $165,000
    • FY05: $165,000
    • FY06: $106,670 (Variable)

PROJECT CONCEPT:

  • This project is considered an REOCURRING Project, which is envisioned to be appropriated funds on an Annual basis.
  • This project is envisioned to expand and/or improve the existing sidewalk system throughout Athens-Clarke County through the combined utilization of SPLOST 2000 funds, and other available funding sources.
  • Sidewalk improvement sub-projects are identified, prioritized and budgeted in accordance with the Mayor and Commission adopted Sidewalk Improvement Program.
  • The Project’s Objective is to increase the number of linear feet of sidewalks constructed and/or improved throughout Athens-Clarke County.
  • Right-of-way and easement acquisitions will be evaluated and accomplished on a specific sub-project basis.
 

Project Design Consultant: Arcadis Geraghty & Miller
Sponsoring Department: Transportation & Public Works
Department Director: David Clark
Associated Organizations: None
Other Interested Organizations: None

Verifications/Approvals: Date - References:

  • Mayor & Commission: November 2, 1999, March 2, 2000
  • SPLOST Advisory Comm: August 30, 2000
  • Manager’s Office: October 27, 1999
  • Responsible Department: August 22, 2000

Current Status:

  • Group A - (Phase I and II) - Project is complete.
  • Group B - (Barnett Shoals Road, Old Lexington Road, Tallassee Road) - Project is complete.
  • Group C - (Tallassee Road & Mitchell Bridge Road) - Project is complete.
  • Group D - (Whit Davis Road, Old West Broad, Roberts Road) - Project is complete.

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