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Resident urges redirecting funds to Schooley Bridge instead of rebuilding Zillah Heights Bridge
Summary
During public comment Ed Burns urged the city to prioritize redirecting funds to Schooley Bridge and not rebuild the Zillah Heights Bridge, and praised the council and staff for collaborative listening and tone.
Ed Burns of Zillah Heights Road addressed the council during the study session public-comment period and urged officials to redirect funding to Schooley Bridge rather than rebuilding the Zillah Heights Bridge. Burns also told the council he appreciated the city's bi-monthly update and commended the collaborative and thoughtful tone of council and staff during the discussion, saying the approach is "very different (better) than it was 35 years ago."
The remarks were presented as public comment only; no council motion or formal direction related to bridge funding was recorded in the meeting minutes. Burns' request reflects resident preference and would require further staff analysis and formal council action to change any capital project funding plan.
