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Resident urges repair of crumbling sidewalk; city reiterates homeowner responsibility

6381537 · October 21, 2025
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Summary

A Lapeer resident told commissioners that a severely deteriorated sidewalk adjacent to his home poses a safety risk; city staff said the city will follow up but noted ordinance language placing responsibility on homeowners.

Keith Kingston, a resident of 821 Peppermill Circle, told the commission he has pursued repairs for a badly deteriorated section of sidewalk near his home for several years and described holes and thin concrete that pose a risk to pedestrians, especially children.

Kingston said he has shown the problem to multiple city employees since 2022 and…

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