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Residents raise complaints about Verizon work on private yards, new meter billing errors and call for ranked-choice voting and virtual participation
Summary
During public comment, residents told council Verizon crews repeatedly dug on private property without notice, a property owner described skyrocketing water bills after a new meter installation, and several speakers urged ranked-choice voting and restored virtual meeting participation.
A wide-ranging public-comment period at Portsmouth’s Jan. 27 council meeting highlighted resident concerns about utility work, city services and local democratic processes.
Patricia Bradford told council that Verizon contractors have repeatedly entered and dug on her property at 1202 Ross Drive without knocking or providing prior notice. She said heavy equipment repeatedly disturbed her lawn and left hazards; she called the work "harassment" and asked the city to follow up. Vice Mayor Moody and a staff member asked Ms.…
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