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Council hears options for sidewalk grinding, tree replacement and capital projects after rising complaints
Summary
Public works staff briefed council on a sidewalk grinding program that addresses trip hazards up to 2 inches, said panel replacement beyond that remains the property owner’s responsibility under municipal code, and discussed long‑term street tree replacement and a planned sidewalk master plan to evaluate cost‑sharing or grant options.
Council members pressed staff on a patchwork of aging sidewalks, tree root damage and how the city might help residents as trees mature and lift panels.
Why it matters: Many older sidewalks in Liberty Lake are being lifted by tree roots. Residents seek relief for costs; staff described the city’s current grinding program, thresholds for repair, and a potential future program that could include coordinated bids, cost sharing, grants or phased city contributions.
Policy and practice: Public works staff said the city’s current grinding program addresses sidewalk lifts up to two inches between adjacent panels — a maximum threshold…
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