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Residents decry tree loss, library demolition and close ties to developers at Lakewood council meeting
Summary
Public commenters at the Lakewood City Council meeting criticized past development choices, loss of Garry oaks and the demolition of a beloved library, and urged the newly seated council to rebuild public trust and change planning culture.
During public comment, Christina Manetti (speaking for herself and the Gerio Coalition) and James Dunlop criticized what they described as a planning culture that favors developers over neighborhood protections and condemned large-scale tree removal. Manetti urged the council—especially newly seated members—to 'raise the bar' on development standards, commit to…
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