City's paving blunder leaves resident with damaged car

Residents of a local neighborhood are expressing frustration over the recent street paving project that has left many with damaged vehicles and unresolved claims. This summer, the city undertook a paving initiative using loose material that remained unsealed for one to two weeks, resulting in uneven surfaces and significant disruption to the community.

One resident reported an incident on August 22nd, when she discovered yellow paint covering her car after driving on a freshly painted street that lacked proper closure signage. The city’s streets department directed her to a risk management claims form, suggesting she may have followed a paint truck. However, she clarified that she had simply driven on a newly painted road.

Following her report, she received a call from CorVel Corporation, which handles claims for the city. During the conversation, a representative informed her that the city had immunity under the Colorado Immunity Act, absolving it of responsibility for the damages. The resident expressed her dissatisfaction with the handling of her case, noting that she was promised contact information for the responsible contractor but received incorrect details instead.

The resident criticized the city for its management of contractors and the lack of accountability in the paving process, emphasizing that the damage to her vehicle was not due to an unforeseen event but rather the result of the city’s actions. She called for better oversight and communication from city officials regarding contractor responsibilities and community safety during such projects.