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Funding Approved for Pedestrian Safety Improvements on Park and Margaret Streets
Original title: ORD Approp $171,364.00 in Supplemental Grant Funds from the FDOT to Prov Reimb to the City for the Funding of Construction & Construction Oversight of the Pedestrian Safety Improvements on Park St & Margaret St from Riverside Ave to the I-95 Ramps; Amend the 26-30 5-Yr CIP Appvd by Ord 2025-505-E to Reflect This Approp of Funds; Prov for Oversight by the Engineering & Construction Mgmt Div of the Public Works Dept (B.T. 26-007) (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
10/14/25 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, TEU, F
10/20/25 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
10/21/25 TEU Read 2nd & Rerefer
10/21/25 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
10/28/25 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
11/3/25 NCSPHS Amend/Approve 7-0
11/4/25 TEU Amend/Approve 6-0
11/4/25 F Amend/Approve 7-0
11/12/25 CO Amend/Approve 17-0
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & CR 3.601 - 10/28/25
November 12, 2025
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Finance Connection
Notable money activity
$148,250across 20 reported contributions
| Candidate | Donor | Amount | Industry | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Laborers' International Union of North America - Local 89 PAC Fund | $20,000 | N/A | Sep 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Southern California District Council of Laborers PAC - SCC | $20,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Southern California District Council of Laborers PAC - SCC | $20,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Laborers' International Union of North America - Local 89 PAC Fund | $20,000 | N/A | Sep 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Laborers' Pacific Southwest Regional Organizing Coalition PAC - SCC | $20,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Plumbers & Steamfitters Local Union No. 1230 PAC - SCC | $5,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Plumbers & Steamfitters Local Union No. 1230 PAC - SCC | $5,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16 PAC - SCC | $5,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16 PAC - SCC | $5,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | William Baber | $4,000 | Councilmember | Oct 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | William Baber | $4,000 | Councilmember | Oct 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Joshua Rebello | $2,700 | Youth and Family Service Coordinator | Jul 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Joshua Rebello | $2,700 | Youth and Family Service Coordinator | Jul 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Jon Segal | $2,500 | Sales | Oct 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Jon Segal | $2,500 | Sales | Oct 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Clarence A. Shelmon | $2,000 | Retired | Aug 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Clarence A. Shelmon | $2,000 | Retired | Aug 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2022 | Clarence A. Shelmon | $2,000 | Retired | Jun 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2022 | Clarence A. Shelmon | $2,000 | Retired | Jun 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | DMFI PAC | $1,850 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
Reported financial relationships and timing signals. This does not prove motive or influence. Readers draw their own conclusions.
The Frame
What this does
This ordinance authorizes the city to spend $171,364 in state grant money to improve pedestrian safety infrastructure on two major local streets, requiring an update to the city's five-year capital improvement plan.
Who is mentioned in the record
Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.
Residents of the Riverside area
Local residents will experience construction activity and subsequent changes to pedestrian infrastructure on Park and Margaret Streets.
Public Works Department
The Engineering & Construction Management Division is tasked with the oversight and management of the safety improvement project.
What changed
Last recorded activity November 12, 2025.
What's next
Next step not available in the current record.
Summary
The City Council has approved an ordinance to accept $171,364 in funds from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). These funds will reimburse the city for construction and oversight costs related to pedestrian safety upgrades on Park Street and Margaret Street, between Riverside Avenue and the I-95 ramps.
Key Facts
- The City Council approved the appropriation of $171,364 in supplemental grant funds from the FDOT.
- The funds are designated for construction and construction oversight of pedestrian safety improvements.
- The project area covers Park Street and Margaret Street, from Riverside Avenue to the I-95 ramps.
- The city's 2026-2030 Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is amended to reflect this funding.
- The Engineering & Construction Management Division of the Public Works Department is assigned oversight of the project.
- The ordinance was enacted following a 17-0 vote by the City Council on November 12, 2025.
- The ordinance was introduced on October 14, 2025, and underwent review by the NCSPHS, TEU, and Finance committees.
- A public hearing was held on October 28, 2025, pursuant to Chapter 166, F.S. and Council Rule 3.601.
Frequently Asked Questions
What streets will see pedestrian safety improvements?
The improvements will take place on Park Street and Margaret Street, specifically the stretch between Riverside Avenue and the I-95 ramps.
Where is the money for this project coming from?
The project is funded by $171,364 in funds provided by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).
Who is in charge of the construction work?
The Engineering & Construction Management Division of the Public Works Department is responsible for the oversight of the project.
Why It Matters
This ordinance authorizes the city to spend $171,364 in state grant money to improve pedestrian safety infrastructure on two major local streets, requiring an update to the city's five-year capital improvement plan.
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CIP Amendment
The ordinance explicitly amends the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan, indicating that this project was not originally slated in the primary budget approved by Ord 2025-505-E.
Connected Entities
organizationEngineering & Construction Management Division of the Public Works Department“Responsible for oversight of the construction project.”Map →
organizationFlorida Department of Transportation“Source of the $171,364 supplemental grant funds.”Map →
Sources
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