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Plum Street closure hearing continued after resident raises safety and infrastructure concerns
Summary
The Stanley Town Council continued its public hearing on a proposed closure of part of Plum Street to July 7, 2025; resident Kari Lanning urged long-term solutions, questioned whether evidence shows the street is unsafe and suggested increased police presence as an alternative.
The Stanley Town Council continued a public hearing on a proposed closure of a portion of Plum Street to July 7, 2025, after receiving public comment and noting additional time was needed to collect evidence and community feedback.
Kari Lanning, who identified herself as a resident at 107 General Joseph Street, urged the council to pursue long-term solutions rather than an immediate closure. Lanning asked, “Are there any documents proving Plum Street is unsafe? Maybe increasing police presence at the intersection would address the concerns. The Town of Stanley deserves long-term solutions.” The comment appeared during the public-comment portion of the hearing; the minutes record no staff presentation of supporting safety documentation in response.
Mayor Cathy Kirkland told the council it had been collecting evidence and feedback on the proposal and that more time was needed to reach a decision. Council Member Leigh Anna Helms moved and Council Member Chad Jones seconded a motion to continue the public hearing to July 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.; the motion passed unanimously. The council provided no final decision on whether the street will be closed.
The continued hearing gives staff time to assemble any traffic or safety studies and to solicit additional public input. The resident’s question about documentation and the suggestion of increased police presence were recorded in the minutes and remain unresolved pending the continued hearing.
