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Council refers Willow Street and Woodside Drive petitions to Transportation & Transit Committee
Summary
Citizen petitions to close Willow Street (near Kahn Elementary) and Woodside Drive were referred to the Transportation & Transit Committee for further study; staff briefed council on statutory procedure and concerns about conformity with city policy.
Council on April 1 directed staff to send two citizen‑initiated street‑closure petitions — Willow Street and Woodside Drive — to the Transportation & Transit Committee for additional review and recommendations.
Why it matters: Street‑closure requests involve property rights, public access and long‑term connectivity. The state statute (G.S. 136‑2.99) requires a resolution of intent, public notice and a 30‑day appeal window if the council orders a closure.…
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