Reallocation of Sidewalk Funding via State DOT
Summary
The town accepted a $35,000 federal grant to help fund new and improved sidewalks along Clover Street, enhancing pedestrian safety near the 490 bridge.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
The project is partially offset by a $35,000 grant, with remaining costs to be bonded.
Pedestrians and neighborhood residents gaining safe access across the 490 bridge to East Avenue.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Brighton Town Board - Jul 22, 2026
New engineering contracts were approved for sidewalk projects along Elmwood Avenue, Westfall Road, and Clover Street, leveraging county grant funding to improve pedestrian connections.
Brighton Town Board - May 28, 2026
Brighton is declining a $30,000 county block grant for sidewalks because the New York State Department of Transportation is taking over funding for the project, freeing up potential options to redirect local funds elsewhere.
Brighton Town Board - May 13, 2026
The town is moving forward with sidewalk upgrades and widening along Clover Street, backed by federal community development grants and local bonding.
Brighton Town Board - Apr 8, 2026
The town accepted a $35,000 federal grant to help fund new and improved sidewalks along Clover Street, enhancing pedestrian safety near the 490 bridge.
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