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Berlin council debates event policy, chair placement and sidewalk access ahead of holiday parade
Summary
Council members and staff debated a recently posted event policy limiting A‑frame signs, chairs and other sidewalk items for the town parade and tree lighting; residents reported ADA access problems and safety concerns, and the council asked staff to monitor the event and return with findings.
Berlin council members spent substantial time on Nov. 24 discussing a recently posted town event directive that restricts sidewalk items such as A‑frame signs, café tables and placement of chairs for the annual parade. The conversation focused on accessibility for people using wheelchairs, public‑safety concerns after reports of chairs being thrown into the street, and the timing of road closures.
Several council members said they had received emails and…
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