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Residents urge swift action on deteriorating Coos Bay boardwalk and derelict vessels
Summary
A public commenter called the boardwalk and docks "deplorable," urged a field inspection with a marine contractor and recommended RFPs, updated moorage agreements and new funding avenues; commissioners and staff agreed the area needs attention and mentioned plans for a master plan update and possible funding efforts.
A long public comment at the May 15 Parks Commission meeting urged the city to inspect and plan repairs for the downtown boardwalk and docks, citing failing concrete, deteriorating collars around support posts, pigeon guano, derelict vessels and safety concerns.
Tom (resident) told commissioners that a marine contractor inspected the boardwalk and warned the structure could be "gone" in about 10 years without proper maintenance. He asked the commission to conduct a field trip so a marine professional could point out problem areas, and recommended…
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