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Residents pressure city on potholes, sewer cave‑ins and alley maintenance as staff detail repair limits
Summary
Residents complained about persistent potholes and uneven repairs; the city explained many failures are cave‑ins caused by failing underground utilities, outlined crew capacity and procurement limits, and flagged longer‑term capital needs and alley maintenance challenges.
John Tinney, a longtime Panama City resident, told officials he sees recurring potholes that are poorly patched and said the city needs better equipment and follow‑through. “My suggestion is, 1, the city needs better equipment because I've watched them put a little asphalt in, they pat it with a shovel,” he said.
Jonathan, the city's public works director, explained the difference between surface potholes and cave‑ins caused by failing underground utilities. “There's a difference between a true pothole and a cave in.…
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