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Council raises safety concerns about harbor stairs, tables barricade action for clarification
Summary
Alderman Claseman warned the council about hazardous conditions on the harbor stairs and proposed temporary barricading and a prioritized repair; his motion to barricade and require a documented risk assessment was withdrawn and the matter was tabled pending bids and further clarification.
Alderman Claseman told the council that the harbor stairs are in poor condition and pose a safety hazard, and he urged the council to treat the area with the same priority as Main Street. Claseman outlined short-term options such as barricading the unsafe section and longer-term work including obtaining engineer-specified bids and pursuing grant funding for repairs.
A motion was introduced to place barricades and document a risk assessment, but Claseman withdrew the motion and the council voted to table the matter until staff can provide clearer specifications and cost estimates. Claseman emphasized interim risk mitigation while the city seeks bids and potential grant opportunities.
The discussion did not result in immediate repairs or spending; council members asked for more detailed specifications and a certified engineer’s input before advancing construction work.
Next steps recorded in the meeting minutes include further clarification on scope and a plan to solicit bids, with the item to return to a future council meeting for formal action.
