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Residents press city on sidewalk gaps and business parking rules; staff pledges follow‑up

City of Opelika Commission · April 8, 2026
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Summary

Several residents raised neighborhood sidewalk phases, a blocked stop sign, and business parking enforcement; staff committed to set meetings with code enforcement and the chief of staff to explain the ordinance and coordinate solutions. No changes to policy or enforcement were adopted at the meeting.

Multiple citizens used the commission’s public comment period to press the city for clearer enforcement and follow‑up on local infrastructure.

Annie Alexander, who said she lives at 550 Jan Avenue, asked why sidewalks being installed in phases stopped short of three homes including hers: "...why did y'all stop putting the sidewalks down?" City staff said…

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