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Resident warns of repeated rollovers at Redwood and Chestnut; council approves dust-control treatment

Brandon City Council · March 16, 2026
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A Brandon resident recounted multiple vehicle rollovers into a ditch near Redwood and Chestnut and urged paving to protect children; the council approved a full dust-control/binder treatment after township staff requested funding, despite budget concerns and unclear long-term responsibility for the road.

A Brandon resident urged the City Council to prioritize safety on the gravel stretch at Redwood and Chestnut, describing repeated vehicle rollovers and pressing the council for action. The council voted to approve a full dust-control/binder treatment after hearing township staff request the work.

Resident Bonamela said they live at 617 North Chestnut Boulevard and described a string of crashes: “we've had four cars go off the road, rolled over into our ditch. So, four in two years.” Bonamela told the council their family includes a child with autism who will walk to the…

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