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Engineer says topography will force retaining walls for Solbrack street proposal; council defers decision

Colfax City Council ยท September 16, 2025
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Summary

An engineer working on the Solbrack proposed street told the city that steep topography will require retaining walls on both sides, yielding an approximately 18-foot-wide section; council members agreed to wait for a full quorum before deciding.

City Administrator Matt Hammer reported Sept. 15 that the engineer for the Solbrack proposed street has determined the site's topography requires retaining walls on both sides of the roadway, resulting in a section about 18 feet wide.

Hammer asked the council for direction and said the consensus was to wait until all council members are present before making a decision. He said staff can prepare a resolution for approval or disapproval at the next council meeting. No formal motion or vote was taken at the Sept. 15 meeting.

The item remains pending; staff advised the council that design details and potential impacts will be included with the resolution when the item returns to the agenda.