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Resident urges Medina council to flush fire hydrants in Beacon Park development
Summary
During public comment June 8, Beacon Park resident Tim McKielle asked the council to flush six fire hydrants that he said have not been flushed in over five years; city staff said they would investigate whether the hydrants are on private lines and follow up with the resident.
A Medina resident told the City Council on June 8 that several fire hydrants in the Beacon Park development have not been flushed in more than five years, raising safety concerns for about 66 homes.
"We actually have fire hydrants down there that have not been flushed out for over 5 years at this point," said resident Tim McKielle, who gave his address and asked the city to reconsider flushing the hydrants. He said the development contains about six hydrants and that residents receive other city services there.
City staff responded that they would investigate. Service director Mr. McCulli said the water superintendent offered to check with the foreman and noted the city has flushed private hydrants in the past but must obtain a release because flushing can cause main-line breaks. Mr. McCulli asked McKielle for contact information and said staff would follow up the next day.
Transcript exchanges indicate staff will examine whether the hydrants are on a private system or a public main; if private, the responsible party may need to grant a release for city crews to flush them. Council did not take formal action at the meeting but staff committed to further investigation and follow-up with the resident.
Next steps: Service staff will check system ownership, discuss the issue with the foreman and contact Mr. McKielle with findings and any planned flushing schedule.
