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96.35 Voluntary Curb and Sidewalk Partnership Program
96.35    VOLUNTARY CURB AND SIDEWALK PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
 
(a)       Name/Purpose of Program
 
The program established by this chapter shall be referred to as the Voluntary Curb and Sidewalk Partnership Program. The intent of this program is to encourage adjoining property owners to repair and upgrade existing curbs and sidewalks at locations where the city agrees such repair is needed. The intent is not to provide materials for curb and sidewalk construction in newly constructed neighborhoods or subdivisions. 


 
(b)       Provision of Materials
           
As one method in assuring continued upkeep of public curbs and sidewalks, the City of Richmond shall offer a program whereby the City shall attempt to provide the materials for any curb or sidewalk construction or repair when the adjoining resident or business provides the necessary labor pursuant to this chapter. This program and provision of materials shall be subject to budgetary restraints and any priorities established by the City Administration.
 
(c)       Provision of Labor
 
Any resident or business who desires to participate in the program outlined herein and have curb or sidewalk repairs or construction performed in a specific location shall provide all necessary labor as required by the Street Division. The adjoining resident or business may perform the labor themselves or hire a contractor to perform the labor. Nothing in this chapter shall prohibit another person or entity from performing or paying for the necessary labor on behalf of any resident or business. All labor performed must conform to City standards available at the Street Division.
 
(d)       Administration of Program
 
This program shall be administered by the Street Division of the Department of Public Works and Engineering. The Street Division will adopt reasonable procedures for the orderly administration of this program.
 
(e) Funding of Program
 
This program shall be funded from the non-reverting infrastructure fund established by Ordinance No. 134-1996, which contains donations from property owners receiving tax abatements. Nothing in this section shall prevent other funds from being used for this program as needed.
 
(f)         Neighborhood Associations and Civic Organizations
 
Neighborhood Associations, Civic Organizations, and others are encouraged to utilize this program to assist those who are financially or physically incapable of providing the necessary labor for curb or sidewalk repair or construction. (Ord. 36-1997)


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