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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMJCIP Apps (34)RRRCITY OF PALM SPRINGS MEASURE J COMMUNITY INITIATED PROJECTS APPLICATION FORM Name of Applicant: Tempe Essell Date Submitted: 9/28/2024 Applicant Type: Neighborhood Name of Organization: Historic Tennis Club Neighborhood Organization If yes, provide IRS ID# Tell us about your project: 1.Project Name: Ramon Road sidewalk extension from Athena Ct. to Belardo 2.Project Address: 200-300 West Ramon Road, Palm Springs 3.Project Type: CIP 4.This project improves: Business Community, Downtown Enhancements, Park/ Recreation/Hiking Facilities, Streets/Roads, Tourism 5. What demographic(s) does this project serve? Entire Palm Springs Community, Individuals with Disabilities, Seniors, Others: Tourists 6. Estimated project cost: $30,000.00 7. Short description of proposed project. There is a portion of land along Ramon Road from Athena Ct to Belardo which is in need of a finished sidewalk and an ADA compliant corner. This is a pedestrian safety issue as this is the main route that all the hikers take to the Lykken trail. There are roughly 90 residences off of Ramon between La Mirada and Belardo. With one exception, Ramon is the only street that allows access to the downtown without a safe end to end sidewalk. This project is on tribal land. When we had discussed this with the City, they said that we couldn’t proceed without adding the side walk on Belardo until it meets the Big Canyon walkway. We do not believe that this is covered in the 1937 right of way map. In our research we found that our right-of-way map shows Ramon Road should be covered under the 1937 Road Abstract 7804 (attached) for a 80 ft. wide right-of-way (40’+40’). The current halfwidth of the street is approximately 18 feet and a 6-8’ foot sidewalk can be accommodated. Applicant’s information: Name of Contact Person: Tempe Essell Contact Person’s Phone Number:(763) 360-4698 Contact Person’s Email Address: t.essell@comcast.net Supplemental Documentation for Measure J Application -RAMON ROAD SIDEWALK There is a stretch of land along Ramon Road from Athena Ct. to Belardo which is in need of a finished sidewalk and an ADA compliant corner. This is a pedestrian safety issue as this is the main route that hikers take to the North Lykken trailhead and that residents take to reach downtown. There are roughly 90 residences off of Ramon between La Mirada and Belardo. With one exception, Ramon is the only street that provides access to downtown without a safe end-to-end sidewalk. As a crude temporary solution, Skye homeowners have constructed a rock path along Ramon for hikers and walkers, although most people choose to walk on Ramon rather than on the dirt path which is a public safety hazard. Supplemental Documentation for Measure J Application -RAMON ROAD SIDEWALK This project is on tribal land. When we initially discussed this with the City, they said that we couldn’t proceed along Ramon without also adding sidewalk along Belardo to Big Canyon. In our research, however, we found that a right- of-way map shows Ramon Road should be covered under the 1937 Road Abstract 7804 (see page 5) for an 80 ft. wide right-of-way (40’+40’).The current halfwidth of the street is approximately 18 feet and a 6-8’ foot sidewalk can be accommodated. The estimated cost of the Ramon Road portion of the project, with an ADA corner, is estimated at $30,000. If we were required to extend the sidewalk along Belardo, from Ramon to Big Canyon, it would likely add another $25,000- $30,000 to the cost of the project. Supplemental Documentation for Measure J Application -RAMON ROAD SIDEWALK Southwest corner of Ramon and Belardo. This is currently a public safety and accessibility issue. Southwest corner of Ramon and Belardo. This is currently a public safety and accessibility issue. Supplemental Documentation for Measure J Application - RAMON ROAD SIDEWALK Looking west from the Ramon & Belardo Intersection. This is the area where a sidewalk is needed. Looking south on Belardo from Ramon intersection. We don’t believe a sidewalk is allowed under the 1937 Road Abstract right-of-way. See map on next page. Supplemental Documentation for Measure J Application - RAMON ROAD SIDEWALK In our research we found that a right-of- way map shows Ramon Road should be covered under the 1937 Road Abstract 7804 (attached) for an 80 ft. wide right- of-way (40’+40’). Supplemental Documentation for Measure J Application - RAMON ROAD SIDEWALK Project contact: Tempe Essell (763) 360-4698 / tempetessell@gmail.com Measure J Factors •Does this project require little to no ongoing costs? •Does this project make Palm Springs a safe, desirable place to live, work, and visit? •Does this project benefit the majority of residents, guests, and/or tourists in our city? •Does this project improve the health and safety of our residents of Palm Springs? •Does this project promote the growth of tourism in the city? •Does this project provide a benefit to the community over a long period? The answer to all of these is YES!