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Council asks city staff to study Market Street brick sidewalk repairs for accessibility
Summary
Council requested staff investigate options to repair and upgrade the brick sidewalk on Market Street near Roy Garage and Align Credit Union after councilors described uneven, icy conditions and root damage from street trees.
Councilors voted to ask the appropriate city department to investigate repairing and upgrading the brick sidewalk on Market Street in front of the Roy Garage and Align Credit Union after members described worsening accessibility and safety concerns.
Councilor Ginesse said the sidewalk has deteriorated over winters, with missing bricks patched by asphalt and tree roots pushing bricks up, creating hazardous walking conditions and persistent ice patches. He asked the manager to examine options and consider coordination with building owners and planned city work in the area.
Formal action: Motion by Councilor Ginesse, second by Councilor Mercier, to direct the manager to have the proper department investigate feasibility and options for repair/upgrade; motion passed by voice vote.
Next steps: The manager’s office and Public Works were asked to inspect the block, consider tree‑root mitigation, materials options for durable accessible sidewalks, and report cost and timing options to the council.
