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Resident urges commission to revisit snow‑removal enforcement near school zones
Summary
Resident Rose Nyman asked the commission to consider enforcing or implementing a snow‑removal ordinance or targeted school‑zone restrictions after icy sidewalks near a school created hazards for children from nearby housing developments.
During public comment, Rose Nyman urged the commission to revisit a snow‑removal ordinance and consider targeted restrictions or enforcement in school zones. Nyman said neighbors adjacent to a sidewalk near a school do not remove snow, causing sun‑melt and re‑freezing that creates hazardous walking conditions for children enrolled at the nearby school and for residents of Mount Haggin Homes and Cedar Park Homes.
"Even if it's something in school zones, that would be helpful," Nyman said, asking the commission to think about solutions that protect children. Chair Kevin Hart acknowledged the concern and noted he did not have an immediate recollection of the prior ordinance's implementation status. The commission did not take immediate action; the comment was recorded for future consideration.
