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Midvale businesses, tenants urge action on crime and safety near Motel 6; council points to grant help
Summary
Property owners and business operators near Catalpa and Millennium Way told the Midvale City Council they face drug activity and homelessness near a Motel 6 and asked for lighting, cameras and a designated pickup/drop-off zone; city staff said mitigation grants are available for affected businesses.
Owners and tenants of new Midvale commercial buildings near Catalpa Street and Millennium Way urged the City Council on April 1 to help address drug activity, homeless encampment and safety concerns at the Motel 6 across the street.
Levi Ernest, property manager and part owner of the LLC that developed the commercial block, said his tenants have reported drug deals and people sleeping behind buildings. He asked the city to help with patrols and said property owners are exploring lighting and surveillance cameras to protect new tenants.
Darla Day, owner of Ares Aerial Arts (represented at the meeting by…
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