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Residents push back on 9 Mile road diet and possible roundabout as council schedules public forum
Summary
Multiple residents told the Oct. 7 Eastpointe City Council meeting they oppose reducing 9 Mile to three lanes and a proposed roundabout, raising emergency‑response and business‑impact concerns; a public forum on Oct. 15 will include three‑lane drawings and public comment.
Residents filled both public‑comment periods of the Oct. 7 Eastpointe City Council meeting to press elected officials over a proposed road‑diet on 9 Mile and the possibility of a roundabout.
Multiple speakers said a three‑lane configuration or a roundabout would slow emergency response and harm businesses that rely on drive‑through access. At the first public hearing, Mike Lemo told council, “We don't want that stupid 3 lane road,” and argued councilmembers were imposing their personal preferences on the downtown. Jennifer Nicholas, who attended city manager interviews, questioned how residents can give…
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