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Residents press Milbank council for action on Fair Street speeds and drainage
Summary
At public comment, resident Lisa Cooms described unsafe vehicle speeds, narrow lanes used by pedestrians and golf carts, and drainage that is eroding street edges and flooding her yard; council asked Police Chief Corey Hooth to evaluate traffic-control options and City Administrator Steve Pendergrass noted environmental study requirements for nearby waterfall changes.
Milbank residents raised safety concerns about Fair Street during public comment at the Aug. 11, 2025 council meeting. Lisa Cooms told the council the street is narrow and frequently used by pedestrians, bicyclists and golf carts and that vehicles often travel at unsafe speeds. She also said drainage problems are causing erosion along the edge of the street and flooding in her yard. Brenda and Tom Kowski, residents of the same area, echoed those concerns.
City Administrator Steve Pendergrass noted that an environmental study would be needed before any changes to the nearby waterfall could be made. The council asked Police Chief Corey Hooth to review the situation and provide professional recommendations for traffic control and public-safety measures. No formal ordinance or funding decision was made at the meeting; the item was left for staff follow-up.
