Methodist Church flags open culvert; mayor pledges city-led solution and sidewalk work

May 4, 2026

The Methodist Church raised safety concerns about an open culvert by a stop sign; Mayor Brad Nitsch said the city would take responsibility and would 'figure out a plan,' and the church intends to replace about 35 feet of sidewalk.

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Tim Wiles, representing the Methodist Church, told the council the open culvert by the stop sign adjacent to the church was a major safety concern, particularly during funerals when cars park four abreast. He asked who owns that portion of the street and where the church property line lies.

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