Sidewalk Accessibility Assessment & ADA Transition Plan (CIP 16437)

Sidewalk Accessibility Assessment

You may see small Daxbot robots on Pleasanton sidewalks and pathways through the end of the year. They are authorized by the City and are helping us assess pedestrian accessibility.

About the project

Small robots are helping collect sidewalk accessibility information across Pleasanton. The City is committed to ensuring that its facilities are accessible to and usable by everyone, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.

As part of this commitment, the City is conducting a self-evaluation of public facilities, including City facilities, parks, parking lots, and the public right-of-way (streets, intersections, sidewalks, and access ramps). The project was approved by the City Council and is led by the City’s contractor, Bureau Veritas, which is working with Daxbot to deploy the robots. The information collected will help the City identify accessibility needs and guide future improvements.

ADA studies of City facilities were previously completed in 2002 and 2009. This is the first time the City is performing a comprehensive assessment of the public right-of-way. Between 7 and 14 robots are deployed regularly throughout Pleasanton.

The project will assess approximately:

  • 360 miles of sidewalks and trails
  • 1,850 curb ramps
  • 125 signalized intersections
  • 266 transit stops

The robots are designed, manufactured, and operated by Daxbot, which has used them for ADA surveys in other California cities, including Irvine, Whittier, Los Angeles, and Hollister. They are a tool to collect data more efficiently and do not replace City employees. City staff and consultants continue to guide the project and make planning decisions.

Results will be shared after data collection is complete. The overall ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan is expected to be finished by fall 2027.

What to expect

  • The robots generally operate during daylight hours, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • The robots travel at about a slow walking speed along sidewalks and pedestrian pathways.
  • Each robot displays a QR code on the front that explains what it is doing.
  • There is no need to report a robot because it is operating on a sidewalk, trail, or other public pedestrian area.

Privacy

The robots collect information about sidewalks and other pedestrian infrastructure. They are not collecting personal information.

Questions or concerns?

Questions, feedback, or to report an issue with a robot

Phone: City customer service, 925-931-5500
Online: MaintStar customer service portal

Additional Resources

For more information about the project, view the following resources:

  • Daxbot Fact Sheet: Learn more about the robots and how they are being used to collect sidewalk accessibility information.