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Sammamish council apologizes for Inglewood letter; residents press for formal, legal confirmation streets are public
Summary
Mayor Karen Howe apologized for a city letter to Inglewood residents and council members and residents discussed next steps, including legal status of streets and repair of trust. Public comment emphasized safety, storm damage recovery and the need for an authoritative statement that streets are public.
Mayor Karen Howe apologized to Inglewood residents on Tuesday for a city letter that prompted “dismay, concern, and frankly fear,” and said the council voted June 3 to continue serving streets historically maintained by the city while staff seek a permanent resolution.
The apology came at a special Sammamish City Council meeting called largely to hear public comment from Inglewood residents and neighbors. Howe said the city is “sincerely trying to repair the damage we caused” and has posted a revised letter and an FAQ on the city website; she also invited residents to a follow-up meeting Thursday evening in City Hall chambers.
The issue centers on a city communication sent roughly two weeks earlier that city officials…
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