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Suburban Estates resident urges county to move forward on double chip seal plan
Summary
A Suburban Estates board member reported neighborhood approval (78% support from meeting attendees) for a double chip seal and seal coat on roughly one mile of subdivision roads and asked the commission to advance planning; commissioners requested further detail on base preparation and drainage.
Steve Pfeiffer, a Suburban Estates board member, presented to the commission on Nov. 12 to request county assistance in advancing a neighborhood double chip seal and seal coat for more than one mile of subdivision roadways.
Pfeiffer said he convened a neighborhood meeting on Sept. 23 with 41 property owners; 32 attended and 78% supported proceeding with the chip‑seal plan, with only two votes opposed. He walked commissioners through the affected streets (Hickok Avenue, Buffalo, Hay City Road and Swanson Road), said the subdivision has one way in and out, and described washboarding and deterioration as reasons to pursue a surface treatment. Pfeiffer said he met with county staff (Brandon) and reviewed preparation steps, ditching concerns and the need to avoid disturbing water lines in the shoulder.
Commissioners asked whether the neighborhood had been briefed on base‑preparation options (including bringing in a processor and adding durable base material) and whether heavier traffic or truck movements might affect longevity. Pfeiffer said most lots are developed and truck traffic is limited to construction related to the remaining lots; he committed to monitor the work and said residents would be willing to contribute per‑lot costs as discussed.
No formal action was taken; commissioners said staff should continue working with neighborhood representatives to refine costs and project timing.
