Common Council Adopts The ADA Transition Plan for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public Right of Way

Pilot News Group Photo / Jamie Fleury
Truncated dome tiles on the ramps that transition from sidewalk to street level alert individuals who are blind or visually impaired who require the use of a cane that they are approaching a street. 

Article submitted by Jamie Fleury, The Pilot News Staff Writer

PLYMOUTH — The City of Plymouth Common Council approved Resolution 2022-991 adopting the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public Right of Way during the meeting held on Monday, January 24. 

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Plymouth Board of Public Works and Safety Members Receive Tentative List of Sidewalks for the ADA Transition Plan

A tentative list of proposed sidewalk projects for Plymouth’s ADA Transition plan was presented at the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting earlier this week.

Street Superintendent Jim Marquardt explained that the list is currently incomplete because he intends to meet with a representative from Michiana Area Council of Governments (MACOG). Together, they will assess the status of the walkways within the city and determine which areas are not in compliance with ADA specifications.

For the time being, he presented members with some sidewalks that are noticeably in need of upgrades. Continue reading