By COLE REIF
Great Bend Post
Since improving their sidewalk repair program in early October, the City
of Great Bend has received 14 applications for the cost share program, and 10
of them have been approved.
The program is designed to assist property owners to make repairs to public
sidewalks. The plan provides both residential and commercial property owners a
50% reimbursement of labor and materials, up to $800.
City Administrator Kendal Francis said while 10 applications have been
approved, the city is waiting for the first applicant to pull permits for the
repairs.
"We're going to start the clock once the permits are pulled," said Francis. "They'll have 30 days to make the repairs. If there is a reason for a delay, engineering will work with them to work through that."
Corner lots are eligible for up to $1,600.
The program will be annually funded at $20,000 and is available on a first
come, first serve basis.
Citizens can fill out the SAFE Sidewalk Replacement Program form at greatbendks.net.