Council approves stormwater and right-of-way work including roundabout diversion device

The Homewood City Council on June 23 approved public-works recommendations to install a stormwater diversion device at the roundabout at East Hawthorne and Lynnwood, and granted permission to work in city rights of way for projects behind 306 Devon and to install a sump pump outlet line from 1520–1522 Roseland to Griffin Brook Creek.

Councilor Aleman reported the public works committee recommended approval for the Devon alley work and Roseland sump pump outlet with 5-0 votes. The council approved both items 10-0.

The stormwater diversion device at the East Hawthorne/Lynnwood roundabout was reported out of committee with a 4-1 committee vote. Councilor Sims said his committee “no” vote reflected a concern about providing more community notification rather than opposition to the project; he said he had contacted neighbors and did not receive negative feedback but wanted to ensure residents were informed. Councilor Sims told the council he had gone to the area and found neighbors were generally supportive. The full council approved the stormwater device 10-0 on June 23 and no separate resolution was required.

Councilors asked limited follow-up questions about longevity and materials; one exchange noted the device might last “5 to 10 years,” and councilors asked whether asphalt would be used for the surface treatment. Staff did not provide a detailed lifespan study during the meeting; councilors characterized the action as a routine stormwater management improvement.