In a recent public meeting, city officials discussed a roadway improvement plan for Wilmot Street, which aims to extend the existing road by approximately 60 feet towards Cohen Street. This extension will provide necessary frontage for a new lot, identified by Property IDs 77253 and 7752. The proposed improvements include a new 20-foot-wide asphalt surface, matching the existing layout, and the extension of both the sewer and water mains—approximately 80 feet and 180 feet, respectively. A new fire hydrant will also be installed at the end of the water main.

John DeSouza from North County Group presented the plan, emphasizing that the project has been revised to address previous concerns. The drainage system will be enhanced with an 18-inch Cape Cod berm to manage runoff, which will continue to flow into a nearby kettle hole. The existing wooded area along Wilmot Street will remain untouched, preserving the vegetated landscape.

The meeting included public input, with residents expressing concerns about the potential impact of the roadway extension on the neighborhood. Maureen Boris, a long-time resident, read a letter from her family highlighting worries about the environmental effects and the adequacy of public notices regarding the project. Other residents raised questions about the safety of the proposed layout, particularly regarding visibility for drivers exiting their properties.

City officials confirmed that the plan has received preliminary approval from the city engineer, with minor adjustments still required. The board unanimously approved the roadway improvement plan, contingent upon meeting the city engineer's final comments. The project is seen as a necessary step to enhance access to the new lot while addressing community concerns about environmental impact and safety.