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On July 10, 2012 Caltrans awarded a $225,000 State Safe Routes to School
Grant for construction of the Paradise Valley Road Safe Routes to School Project
from E. 8th Street to E. Plaza Boulevard near lra Harbison Elementary School.
Local matching funds in the amount of $45,000 are required for a total project
cost of $270,000. Through the RTIP process (per Resolution No. 2011-255), City
Council authorized the allocation of $500,000 in TransNet Prop "A" funds for Safe
Routes to School projects. Balance is available to cover the $45,000 local match.
The project will enhance safety for students and pedestrians along Paradise
Valley Road between E. 8th Street and E. Plaza Boulevard near Ira Harbison
Elementary School by constructing new sidewalks, curb and gutter, and installing
safety lighting.
Per Resolution No. 2007-68, City Council authorized the City Engineer to
execute Master Agreement No. 000138 with the California Department of
Transportation for the City's future State -funded projects.
In order to satisfy the grant requirements, a Program Supplemental Agreement
must be executed and submitted by the City Manager by April 8, 2013. City
Council Resolution is required.