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I I il I I III B. Accept the Broadway Sidewalk Maintenance Program to maintain the appearance of the new sidewalks, and provide for the Program's funding; (701) ---- REPORT: Public Works Services Director Ingram, March 24,1997 Public Works Superintendent Mann presented the staff report which outlined the proposed Broadway Sidewalk Maintenance Program: "Use a sealer to protect the pavers. Pavers should be re-sealed every three years. . Clean pavers bi-annually. Spot clean as needed in addition to the regular daily maintenance performed by merchants and property owners. . Use low water volume or steam cleaning to reduce washing out the sand between pavers. . Solvents should not be used without first testing for sealant and color damage. . Keep the pavers swept daily and promptly clean spills and remove debris that may soil or stain the pavers. . Routine tasks to be performed by the adjacent business or property owners will be required to ensure that pavers are kept clean and help lengthen the time between necessary contract cleanings. "Staff has based the recommended maintenance program on a six-month scheduled cleaning with spot cleaning as needed and special clean-ups after special events. The ---- semi-annual cleaning would be performed by a contractor. The daily sweeping and spot cleaning would be performed by merchants and property owners. Vandalism- related cleaning would be assisted by Public Works Services staff. Special cleanings would continue to be performed by the Sheriff's Work Program." Superintendent Mann said the City would clean-up "out of the ordinary" problems. He said that staff wanted to establish a higher level of maintenance than before, but it was important to remember that the subject area was comprised of sidewalks, and there would always be wear and tear and detritus to deal with over time. He stressed the need for adjacent owners and tenants to commit to the program to make it a success, and expressed hope that the City would not have to impose an enforcement program. Councilman Leipzig asked for periodic reports on problem areas. MEMO 3/25/97 Councilman Ruskin, Chair of the Council Committee on Streets, expressed his concerns regarding the proposed program's commitment of time and resources before a needs assessment was done. He asked if there was merit in delaying implementation, and first monitor the situation to determine the number and kinds of clean-ups needed before committing City funds to a pre-established program. Councilman Ruskin said that ---- REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MINUTE BOOK NO. 55 MARCH 24, 1997 MINUTES Page No. 219 PAGE 8