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Residents press city on sidewalks, crackseal program and curb maintenance
Summary
Multiple public commenters urged Dunsmuir to restart a crackseal program, repaint curb markings, repair a hazardous sidewalk at 4205 Wood Street, and address equipment storage and visible blight; staff said repairs are on the project list.
At least two speakers raised safety and blight concerns about sidewalks and curb maintenance in Dunsmuir. One commenter said the city previously ran a 'CrackSill' (crackseal) program that prevented potholes and urged the council to resume it; the speaker also said faded curb paint and missing dog-waste stations make the downtown appear neglected.
A new homeowner said there is a large hole and pile of dirt in the sidewalk in front of 4205 Wood Street that prevents stroller passage and asked what can be done. A staff member later told the meeting the sidewalk repair is on the city project list and that "it's coming soon." The council urged staff to communicate with the new resident and promised follow-up rather than addressing the repair during public comment.
The transcript includes an allegation that city employees were observed working on a private house during work hours; council did not take action during the meeting but did not dispute the public comment on staffing or conduct a formal inquiry on the record.
