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Resident urges KBS to repair sunken tracks on Old 41; town reports temporary fixes
Summary
Resident Larry Dimmich told the council that sunken and rough railroad tracks on Old 41 are creating hazardous conditions for motorists and criticized KBS for not proactively maintaining crossings; the transcript records that Councilman Jake Foster and town employees attempted temporary repairs to reduce tire damage.
During the public-comment period at the Oct. 8 meeting, resident Larry Dimmich raised concerns about the condition of the railroad crossing on Old 41, saying the tracks have sunk and created large holes and exposed spikes that risk vehicle damage.
Dimmich criticized KBS for not being proactive in maintaining the crossings. The transcript records that "led by Jake Foster and the town employees tried to do some repair to keep tires from being blown by the railroad spikes and the large holes where the tracks have sunk," indicating town staff performed temporary repairs but that the resident was urging further action by the railroad owner.
The meeting minutes do not record a formal commitment to a follow-up action or a response from KBS; the concern was entered in the minutes under patron comments.
