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Keizer council debates sidewalk responsibility and potential policy changes amid safety concerns
Summary
Councilors and staff discussed sidewalk condition, who is responsible for repairs under current ordinance, and options including inventory, loan programs, or shifting responsibility to the city.
The Keizer City Council debated sidewalk repair responsibility at its Dec. 9 work session after councilors described trip hazards and urged a clearer plan to address deteriorating sidewalks.
City staff reminded the council that, under current Keizer ordinance, property owners are responsible for sidewalks adjacent to their properties except where the city owns the property. Staff said the Public Works Department has historically helped property owners when tree roots caused damage — city crews will remove or grind tree stumps and prepare for replacement while the…
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