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Council approves vacation of 14-foot alley near former Shopko; WMU to retain 20-foot utility easement
Summary
The council approved a resolution to vacate a 14-foot unimproved alley between 7th and 8th Street Southeast (Block 7, Davelin's addition). Watertown Municipal Utilities will retain a 20-foot easement to protect utilities and service access.
The Watertown City Council approved a resolution to vacate a 14-foot alley located between 7th and 8th Street Southeast in Block 7 of Davelin's addition.
Community Development Manager Brandy Hinton described the unimproved alley as largely owned by adjacent property owners and noted utilities run through the area. If vacated, Watertown Municipal Utilities (WMU) would retain a 20-foot easement over the alley for future access and maintenance. The change would return the alley property to the tax roll and allow adjacent owners to use reduced setbacks where appropriate.
Council opened a public hearing and heard no testimony. Finance Officer Bob Zine called the roll for the resolution, with each member voting aye. Council members sought confirmation that the 20-foot easement would be sufficient for utilities and drainage work; city staff confirmed it would accommodate WMU needs and leave rights of way for future drainage projects.
