Projects

2025 Street Maintenance Curb Ramps

Project Number: 2024042

Status: Construction

Overview

The City is undertaking a citywide initiative to install new ADA-compliant wheelchair ramps at various locations. This effort will improve pedestrian safety and accessibility, particularly for individuals with mobility challenges.

Location

Citywide

Project Timeline

• Design: Complete
• Construction: Rolling implementation at various locations (detours and closures announced as necessary)

Key Objectives

• Accessibility: Upgrade sidewalks and curbs to comply with ADA standards.
• Pedestrian Safety: Enhance safety for all users by providing improved, clearly marked ramp access at intersections.

Project Scope

The main activities within this project include:

• Ramp Installations: Construct ADA-compliant ramps across numerous neighborhoods.
• Property Coordination: If a property lies within the city-owned construction path, residents will receive a separate letter.
• Traffic Controls: No parking on street or side streets. Local access will be maintained.

Funding

• Total Project Cost: Estimate $589,400
• Source: Local and federal accessibility improvement funds (exact amounts vary per location)

Community Impact

These improvements will provide safer, more accessible pathways for pedestrians. Residents with special access requirements (e.g., medical, disability) can contact the Construction Relations Manager Annie Deasy at adeasy@spokanecity.org or 509.625.6102 or Inland Infrastructure Contractor Public Representative Jordan Klinke at 509.514.0639.

Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

All construction activities will comply with municipal and federal guidelines for safety and minimal environmental impact.