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CiTY OF SAN LEANDRO BiCYCLE & PEDESTRiAN MASTER PLAN ~ 109 <br />An unpaved segment of sidewalk along Manor Boulevard. <br />A-3 ENSURE THAT ALL CURB RAMPS MEET ADA <br />STANDARDS <br />Curb ramps allow people with mobility impairments to gain access to the <br />sidewalks and to pass through median islands in streets. Without curb ramps, <br />these individuals would be forced to travel in streets and roadways, where <br />they are in potential conflict with vehicles and/or are prevented from reaching <br />their destination. <br />Curb ramps are required at every intersection where a pedestrian way crosses <br />a curb. The preferred orientation is for two curb ramps per corner that <br />align with the direction of the crosswalks. Sometimes the limited width of a <br />sidewalk makes it necessary to locate one curb ramp in the center of the curb <br />return. However, in locations where space is limited curb extensions should be <br />considered as a method to widen the sidewalk and provide adequate room for <br />curb ramps. <br />A-2 ASSESS AND REPAIR SIDEWALK SURFACE <br />Safe and accessible sidewalk connections are the backbone of creating a <br />pedestrian-friendly city. The City of San Leandro has a very extensive sidewalk <br />network. However, in order to build off of this existing network and promote <br />connectivity and accessibility, the City needs to ensure that all sidewalk <br />surfaces meet ADA standards. Meeting or exceeding ADA standards will <br />contribute to a better pedestrian environment for all users. <br />ADA standards require a minimum of 4 feet of unobstructed sidewalk. Some <br />exceptions may be made to a minimum of 3 feet because of right-or-way <br />restrictions, natural barriers, or other existing conditions. if a sidewalk is less <br />than 5 feet wide, a passing space, which measures 5 feet wide by 5 feet long, <br />is required every 200 feet. Sidewalks should have a continuous surface that <br />is not interrupted by steps or abrupt changes in level and have a slip resistant <br />surface. <br />There are instances within the City of San Leandro where the sidewalks are <br />not up to standard for a number of reasons. in many cases, sidewalks are old <br />and their age has caused the surface to crack and cause abrupt level changes. <br />Additionally, sidewalks are frequently obstructed by signs, poles, benches, or <br />other streetscape amenities, which encroach on the minimum 4 foot sidewalk. <br />There are also areas within the City where there may be gaps in the existing <br />sidewalk network. As part of the ADA Transition Plan, the City should conduct <br />an audit of the sidewalks and identify locations that need to be updated to <br />meet the minimum ADA requirements. These areas should be prioritized by <br />the City based upon their proximity to major destinations. <br />247