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Property owner says city sewer tap was missed; staff says private lateral collapsed

City Council of the City of Alamosa, Colorado · November 13, 2025

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Summary

Property owner Melanie Garcia told council video shows the sewer tap for 531 Edison Ave was missed during city sewer work; city public-works staff said the property's lateral had collapsed and the city installed a new tap when the owner agreed to replace the lateral, noting the lateral is the property owner's responsibility.

A property owner and a staff exchange over a problematic sewer connection took place during public comment at the Nov. 5 Alamosa City Council meeting.

Melanie Garcia, owner of 531 Edison Ave, said recurring sewer backups at a tenant's business followed city sewer-line work in 2024. She said Rocky…

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