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Resident tells council a roadway closure leaves her with a 1,000-foot driveway; another resident urges stronger rental-inspection rules

Maple Grove City Council · October 20, 2025
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Summary

At the Oct. 20 open forum, Dawn Cooper asked the city for clarity and support after access to Fernbrook Lane changed, saying she cannot reasonably maintain a 1,000-foot driveway; Pam Williams urged code changes to prevent pest infestations in rental properties.

During the open forum at Maple Grove’s Oct. 20 city council meeting, resident Dawn Cooper described how her access to Fernbrook Lane closed and said the resulting arrangement leaves her facing a roughly 1,000-foot driveway that she did not choose and cannot reasonably maintain.

Public Works/Engineering Director Chris LaBounty said the area…

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