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Oskaloosa council narrows 8th Avenue West to 27 feet, directs south‑side sidewalk
Summary
After public comment urging a wider road, Oskaloosa City Council approved staff’s preliminary design direction for 8th Avenue West: a 27‑foot roadway with a sidewalk on the south side, with council debate over parking, mailboxes and daycare access.
Oskaloosa City Council on Oct. 6 directed staff to proceed with a preliminary design for the 8th Avenue West reconstruction that narrows the travelway to 27 feet and installs a sidewalk on the south side of the street.
The decision followed public comment from Nick Ryan, who told the council residents of 8th Avenue West wanted to retain a 31‑foot roadway to ensure parking and make room for emergency and utility vehicles. City…
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