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Council establishes no-parking zone on Fairview Street to preserve emergency access
Summary
Council approved a no-parking designation for the west side of Fairview Street north of Thompson Avenue after noting the street is narrow and could impede emergency vehicles if parked on both sides; the motion passed with one councilmember voting no.
The City of Galesville voted to prohibit parking on the west side of Fairview Street north of Thompson Avenue to ensure emergency vehicle access. Randy Larson moved the restriction and Jesse Swing seconded; the recorded vote showed Dave Carlson voting no while the other members voted yes, and the motion carried.
Council minutes state the rationale: the street is narrow and parking on both sides could make it difficult for emergency vehicles to access properties. The minutes do not list implementation dates, signage plans, or enforcement details.
