Council confirms consent-agenda project intends to maintain Eastridge Drive access, may require temporary parking restrictions

A council member asked during the consent-agenda review whether a planned project on Eastridge Drive would shut down the cul-de-sac and block access to homes. The member said they grew up on the street and were concerned about narrow rights-of-way.

A city staff member responded that the intent is to maintain access to all homes. Because the work involves a manhole about 25 feet deep, staff said contractor staging will need to be kept away from homes and that some parking restrictions on the street are likely. The staff member noted a contractor has not been selected yet and that a specific plan will be required from the low bidder and communicated to residents once available.

The council approved the consent agenda earlier in the meeting; the discussion during consent review was recorded as informational and as a clarification of traffic and staging expectations rather than a separate vote.

No specific dates, contractor names or final staging plans were provided during the discussion; staff committed to share the contractor's traffic and staging plan with residents after award.