There’re only two seasons in the Midwest, winter and road work. An idea brought up by Emem Essien, Speaker of the Senate of the Student Government Association at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. The sidewalk along Catlin Ave. problem is a little under the radar but a problem that needs to be addressed.
“From 21st and Catlin to Ross/Hawkes, there is extensive damage. Mostly cracks but there are a few sections where the slabs missing from the concrete,” said Essien.
City Council member Ruth Ludwig surveyed the stretch and recognized the structural sidewalk damage from 21st and Catlin to Ross/Hawkes. The biggest worry for SGA is the risk of injuries for both students and pedestrians.
SGA first proposed the project in 2023, but they’re ready to case their concerns to the City of Superior. “I’ll have more details after I speak with Mayor Payne, I’m scheduled to meet with him in the next few weeks,” said Essien.
The exact cost of the repairs for the sidewalk hasn’t been confirmed yet. But one thing for sure is that it’s not coming out of student’s tuition. “The city will pay for all the repairs on Catlin,” said Essien.
Detours for both students and pedestrians along Catlin have not been confirmed. Students and faculty will be emailed via their UWS email on the construction schedule, other routes, and more information.
“We would like more people to be involved with SGA and this process because that’s why I’m doing this,” said Essien.
