Resident warns sidewalk ordinance could leave homeowners exposed to unexpected costs

Aug 11, 2026

A resident urged the council to clarify a draft sidewalk ordinance, saying it appears to allow noncompliant construction without city permission and contains discretionary reimbursement cuts that could leave homeowners paying thousands; he also questioned a $27,000 construction-observation line item.

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A Lebanon resident identified himself as Marty used public comment time to press the City Council for clearer rules in a proposed sidewalk ordinance, warning the draft could impose unexpected costs on homeowners.

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