Committee codifies boulevard mowing practice; members press for clearer communication on plantings
Aug 14, 2026
Aug 14, 2026
The committee approved an amendment to section 6.48.010 to clarify boulevard mowing requirements, while members urged staff to return with clearer guidance and communications about permitted plantings (pollinator gardens, ground cover) and enforcement procedures.
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The committee voted to amend section 6.48.010 to clarify that abutting property owners are responsible for maintaining the grass on boulevard strips, effectively codifying current inspection practice.
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