Number
231593
Version
SUBSTITUTE 1
Reference
Sponsor
ALD. WESTMORELAND, PEREZ AND CHAMBERS
Title
Substitute resolution directing the Department of Public Works to prepare and present a road maintenance plan, with a particular emphasis on pothole filling.
Analysis
This resolution directs the Department of Public Works to prepare a comprehensive roadway maintenance plan which focuses on reducing potholes and improving potholes response time.
Body
Whereas, Potholes in the roadway are a hazard and pose a threat to drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians and other roadway users; and
Whereas, Potholes may result in additional vehicle maintenance costs for vehicle owners; and
Whereas, The annual freeze-thaw cycle common in late winter causes an increase in potholes every year; and
Whereas, Cold weather prevents the use of durable patching materials during the portion of the year when potholes are most likely to form; and
Whereas, The Department of Public Works has limited resources available to address potholes; and
Whereas, Comprehensive roadway maintenance and improvement practices may reduce the number of potholes; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, By the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee, that the Department of Public Works is directed to prepare a roadway maintenance plan which focuses on reducing the number of potholes and reducing the time it takes to repair potholes; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Department of Public Works is directed to present the roadway maintenance plan to the Common Council within 90 days of adoption of this resolution.
Requestor
Drafter
LRB179704-1
Kathleen M. Brengosz
2/14/2024