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Ravenswood council tables waterfront tree and riverbank clearing project after questions on scope and funding
Summary
A recommended riverbank/tree-clearing project at the Welcome Center/Incubator property was tabled for more information after questions about scope and whether grant funds would cover costs; the council recorded a recusal and ultimately voted to table.
Council considered a recommendation from Bob Huffman to clean trees and clear riverbank vegetation on city property near the Welcome Center and incubator, with Marion Construction discussed as a potential contractor. Eric Cullen recused himself from the discussion and vote.
Councilor Jared Bloxton initially moved to approve the work and Amanda Slaven seconded, but after questions from Todd Ritchie about the scope and a request by Dee Scritchfield about grant funding, Bloxton withdrew the approval motion and instead moved to table the item to allow staff to return with more detailed scope and funding information. Amanda Slaven seconded the motion to table and the motion passed.
Outcome: The waterfront EEGF-funded project was not approved; staff were directed to provide clearer scope, grant-funding confirmation and cost estimates before the council proceeds.
