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Council raises safety and maintenance concerns about Broad River Greenway
Summary
Council members reported evidence of unauthorized fires and alcohol consumption at the Broad River Greenway and urged the town to assess liability, management and potential restoration of ranger coverage while noting upcoming park events.
During council comments on May 5, Councilman Marty Thomas said he observed unauthorized fires, alcohol use and general maintenance issues at the Broad River Greenway and urged the town to assess liability and options for management.
Councilman Ron Wood said the absence of a ranger contributed to the decline and expressed hope that law-enforcement or ranger coverage would be restored. Wood noted upcoming Greenway events including a Cardboard Boat Race on Aug. 15 and an adventure race on Sept. 19. Council members asked staff to consider the town's path forward for stewardship and liability mitigation.
The comments came near the meeting's close after presentations and budget discussion; no formal action or vote on Greenway management was recorded in the minutes.
