05-08-2017 Council Packet - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

BOLTON & MENK Real People. Real Solutions. April 18, 2017 Adam Edwards, P.E. Public Works Director / City Engineer City of Orono Public Works 2750 Kelley Parkway Orono, MINI 55356 RE: Letter Proposal for City of Orono Self -Evaluation and ADA Transition Plan Dear Mr. Edwards, 7533 Sunwood Drive NW Suite 206 Ramsey, IVIN 55303-5119 Ph: [7631433-2851 Fax: 17631427-0833 Botton-Menk.com This City of Orono wishes to Complete and ADA Self -Evaluation and development an ADA Transition Plan that will provide a framework for accessibility for all users within the public rights of way and parks, and bring the City into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and guidance from the Minnesota Department of Transportation. It is our goal to ensure the City has what it needs to prioritize policies, practices, and pedestrian facilities for the efficient and effective identification and removal of accessibility barriers that may be present. We will incorporate the latest data collection technologies along with input from the public into the development and maintenance a pedestrian network that is safe and accessible to everyone. We believe you will find outstanding value in our approach to your project. Scope of Services Data Collection and Analysis: We will collect and store data related to various features included in your Pedestrian Circulation Routes (PCR) and Pedestrian Access Routes (PAR). Our team will inventory components of the PCR/PAR environment utilizing the latest GPS technology to collect data in the field. This data will be imported into GIS for analysis, reporting, and mapping as part of the Transition Plan. Features to be evaluated for ADA compliance include: • Pedestrian Ramps 0 Flashing Crosswalk Signs • Pedestrian Landings 0 Sidewalk and Bike Path Defects • Curb & Gutter 0 Parks • Crosswalk All locations will be tied to a corresponding photo which city staff will be able to access through the existing web GIS application hosted by Bolton & Menk. We will also develop a prioritization system for the City to have a thoughtful approach to addressing accessibility barriers based on existing conditions, public comment, and city process. We will also complete a proximity analysis and review zoning designations to inform prioritization for places of importance or potentially higher pedestrian traffic locations. Public Involvement: While this project was spurred by mandates to achieve ADA compliance, project N:\Proposals\Orono\ADA Self -Evaluation and Transition Plan - 20170412\2017-04-18 City of Orono ADA Self-Evalution and Transition Plan -Proposal Letter.docs: Uollc?n 6 Menk 7s an "ual opporlu ty emp I oye�