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Evergreen neighbors press Jefferson County to restore maintenance on South Summit Lane
Summary
Residents of South Summit Lane told commissioners on Nov. 18 that winter and summer road maintenance stopped last year, citing 6-inch ruts and safety concerns; the board said staff would follow up and asked the lead resident to provide contact information.
Neighbors from the Summit Lane area of Evergreen told the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners on Nov. 18 that routine grading and winter services for their road stopped last year and asked the county to reinstate maintenance.
"The road is degrading to a significant extent in terms of 6 inch ruts right down the middle," resident Bob Hamilton said, describing a mixed-surface road that has historically received grading and snow removal. Hamilton said neighbors had followed county reporting protocols and were seeking a "rational, maintenance schedule" and interim steps while staffing shortages are addressed.
Several neighbors corroborated Hamilton's account: Lynn Robbins and Bill Robbins said snow removal and summer grading had been provided for decades; Christine Hain said neighbors had attempted temporary fixes that failed because material lacked moisture and compaction.
Chair Leslie Dahlkemper thanked the group and said the board would work with County Manager Joe Kirby and transportation staff to determine what remedy is available. County staff asked the lead resident to connect with Deputy County Manager Kate Newman so staff could follow up directly.
No formal motion or funding decision was taken at the Nov. 18 hearing; the board directed staff to follow up with the residents and use contact information provided at the meeting.
