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MS4 members weigh liability and solutions for ditch‑cleaning requests outside municipal rights‑of‑way
Summary
At the Oct. 3 meeting, Williston and St. Albans representatives described differing approaches to resident requests to clean ditches and repair culverts outside municipal rights‑of‑way; WNRCD and DEC staff offered technical resources and restoration help, and Adopt‑A‑Drain has nearly achieved its steward goal.
Municipal officials at the Chittenden County MS4 Subcommittee meeting on Oct. 3 described a range of approaches to requests from residents to clear ditches or repair culverts that sit outside formal municipal rights‑of‑way.
Christine Dougherty (Williston) said she will not authorize ditch cleaning unless there is a clear easement that documents municipal rights and responsibilities, noting liability concerns. Dave Allerton (Town of St. Albans) said at least 10 residents have complained about yard flooding and the town is facing repeated requests; he…
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