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Council backs filing Safe Sidewalk Day motion for September and asks attorney about damaged sidewalk repair options

Somerset Council (work session) · September 9, 2025
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Summary

Councilors agreed to introduce a Safe Sidewalk Day motion in September to clear vegetation before school and discussed costs and aesthetics; they also raised separate concerns about a contractor‑damaged sidewalk and asked the town attorney to advise on enforcement and potential stop‑work actions.

Councilors debated a multi‑committee proposal to establish a recurring ‘Safe Sidewalk Day’—a time for the town to clear vegetation and ensure sidewalks are passable before the school year begins. Speaker 4 described the proposal’s intent to provide outreach and set a clear deadline (the week before MCPS starts school) so residents have…

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