Resident urges action on student parking blocking fire hydrant on Ridge Street

Aug 17, 2026

A resident asked council to address student parking on Ridge Street near the high school that blocks a fire hydrant and creates congestion; council referred the matter to the public-safety committee and will consult first responders.

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At the Aug. 17 Emmaus Borough Council meeting, resident Michael Shy raised safety concerns about student parking on Ridge Street between 6th and 7th streets, saying cars park on both sides and sometimes block a fire hydrant.

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