Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Brawley public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in roads with medium priority
Highway 86 Corridor Safety Improvements
New ADA ramps and sidewalk along Western Avenue from Main Street to Highway 86, funded largely by a $152,000 state grant, were awarded to Rove Engineering.
Downtown Accessibility and Bus Station Amenities
A resident pointed out broken water fountains and no public restrooms at the bus station, leaving elderly riders stranded downtown. Staff said the fountain was recently replaced and promised to look into it.
Western Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvements
New ADA ramps and sidewalk along Western Avenue from Main Street to Highway 86, funded largely by a $152,000 state grant, were awarded to Rove Engineering.
Downtown Traffic and Pedestrian Crossing Safety
A downtown business owner warned that speeding traffic near the theater plaza is dangerous and asked for a lighted crosswalk or stop sign between Texaco and Inferno's. The Council agreed to send the request to its traffic safety committee, and noted a temporary stop sign during Main Street repaving worked well.