Brookstone residents say they were blocked from returning home during parade; board apologizes for miscommunication

During public comment, a resident from the Brookstone subdivision said access to her neighborhood was denied for about an hour during a parade event and that she received no prior notice. She said temporary concrete barriers were placed without adequate communication and asked that the village ensure residents have a route or receive timely notice when road closures affect access.

The resident suggested routing options that would allow Eastern Avenue access near the railroad track and urged better coordination with contractors and volunteers. She said the lack of notice created a substantial detour for families with children and constrained evening schedules.

Mayor Mike Adrianson later addressed the issue during board reports, saying the village had “some hiccups” during Labor Day events and apologizing for a breakdown in communication. He said municipalities that assisted were advised to let people in but that was not followed in every case and pledged improved planning with volunteers and mutual-aid partners for future events.

Trustees and staff said they observed equipment moving on Eastern Avenue the day of the meeting and noted the construction contract lists a November completion date; no additional enforcement or formal penalties were announced at the meeting. The board said it would review volunteer coordination and municipal assistance procedures for future events.