RESOLUTION NO. 211098

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Directing the City Manager to determine the number of schools within the boundaries of Kansas City, Missouri which do not have sidewalk access or which have insufficient sidewalk access, and to prioritize the construction or replacement of those sidewalks in the next phase of GO Bond projects.

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WHEREAS, at the municipal election held on April 4, 2017 the voters approved Question No. 1 authorizing the City to issue general obligation bonds not to exceed $600 million to pay for the construction and reconstruction of streets, bridges, and sidewalks; and

WHEREAS, the City desires to have safe and healthy neighborhoods with high quality infrastructure that benefits all citizens; and

WHEREAS, sufficient and well-maintained sidewalks near schools provide children a safe and accessible route to school; and

WHEREAS, access to sufficient and well-maintained sidewalk encourages children and families to lead a more active and safe lifestyle while decreasing traffic congestion near schools; and 

WHEREAS, the City will utilize $150 million in general obligation bond funds for sidewalks over a 20-year timeframe (approximately $7.5 million per year); NOW, THEREFORE,

                     BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:

Section 1. That the City Manager is hereby directed to determine the number of schools within the boundaries of Kansas City, Missouri which do not have sidewalk access or which have insufficient sidewalk access.

Section 2. That the City Manager will prioritize the construction or replacement of any such sidewalks identified in Section 1 in the next phase of GO Bond projects.

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