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Council backs concrete sidewalks on Douglas Road to reduce maintenance and heat‑island effects
Summary
After residents petitioned, council authorized the manager to pursue concrete sidewalks on Douglas Road (gateway to Colley Stadium), citing long‑term maintenance savings and heat‑island reduction; manager noted higher upfront cost but supported citywide use where feasible.
The council voted to authorize the city manager to work with relevant departments to install concrete rather than asphalt sidewalks on Douglas Road, a heavily used pedestrian connector to Colley Stadium and the Riley School playground. Councilors and neighbors argued concrete will have higher upfront costs—councilors estimated 10–15% higher—but lower long‑term maintenance and reduced heat…
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