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Residents press council on fairgrounds dust, contractor permits, trash-service problems and noise; city promises steps
Summary
Multiple residents raised complaints during public comment about dust from fairgrounds track dragging, an expired fiber permit and subcontractor conduct, repeated trash-can damage and pickups left in streets, and vehicles creating excessive noise; staff said MDE had been contacted, signs and fines will address track use, and staff will pursue better contractor documentation and trash-collection practices.
Several residents used the public-comment period to press the council on neighborhood quality-of-life issues and request concrete enforcement steps.
Gina Wilson (206 2nd Street) told the council she "walked out my door this morning to a mouthful of dust" after early-morning dragging at the fairgrounds track and said she had contacted MDE and provided photos and emails. The mayor and city staff confirmed MDE personnel had been at City Hall earlier that day and said the police department would attempt to identify responsible parties. The…
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