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Council deadlocks on Main Street pedestrian project after debate over tree species and underground work
Summary
Council vote to publish the bid for the Main Street pedestrian improvement project failed on a 2‑2 tie after concerns about tree selection, underground utilities and scope of work were raised by residents and council members.
The council considered staff's recommendation to publish a bid announcement for the Main Street pedestrian improvement project, a downtown sidewalk rehabilitation that would replace curb, gutter, sidewalks and street trees and add underground conduit and irrigation.
Contractor and resident commenters raised concerns at the podium. Longtime contractor Anthony Michele warned the council the project's scope does not include wholesale replacement of water services and…
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