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Residents, public works weigh special‑service‑area and short‑term fixes for River Terrace road
Summary
Public works reported River Terrace is a private road; staff proposed temporary site cleanup/gravel and offered to provide Special Service Area (SSA) cost estimates within about 60 days so residents can decide whether to pursue bringing the road up to village standards.
Public works staff and trustees reported on follow‑up from a neighborhood meeting about River Terrace, where many residents said they were not told the road was private when they purchased property.
Vinnie (village staff) said the village will continue emergency services access and plowing as needed but will not assume routine maintenance without a mechanism. He offered two interim options: limited village prep (grading and gravel) paid by residents and a formal Special Service Area (SSA) that would bond and bring the road up to village standards if residents authorize it.
Vinnie told the group he would provide updated SSA cost estimates within about 60 days and recommended a neighborhood meeting to explain SSA mechanics, including the need for a majority of property owners and electors to sign on (staff recommended a 70% support threshold as a practical target). Trustees discussed previous SSAs (Sunnyside Beach, Fairview Avenue) and emphasized the need for easements before committing to construction.
The committee agreed to continue outreach and scheduled a follow‑up meeting in April so staff can present SSA numbers, sewer options and payment scenarios.
