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Residents press Soap Lake to fix Main Avenue hazards and public works understaffing
Summary
Multiple residents raised safety and maintenance concerns during public comment, citing unmarked construction holes, uneven surfaces, replacement of sidewalks on only one side of the street, an ongoing leaking shower in a City restroom, and understaffing in Public Works.
Several residents used the public-comment period to press councilmembers on safety and maintenance issues along Main Avenue and at City facilities. Brooky Olson asked the City to re-evaluate insurance costs and presented photos she said showed construction crews leaving holes and uneven surfaces unmarked; she described this as a liability for contractors and the city. Marcia Neihart asked why the City replaced newer sidewalks on one side of Main Ave while the opposite side has none; Mayor DuPuy offered to speak with her after the meeting.
Chris Baker asked why the Public Works supervisor had not attended the meeting. Allie Babcock said a shower in a City bathroom had been leaking for three weeks and raised concerns about understaffing in Public Works. The mayor and council acknowledged the comments and indicated staff would follow up on the infrastructure and staffing concerns.
