Developer says retention basin not being maintained; asks city to enforce upkeep

Aug 26, 2026

At the meeting Margery, who said she developed a parcel with a required retention basin, said the basin has been mowed only twice this year and urged Public Works to maintain required retention features across the city.

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Margery, who identified herself as the developer of the property subject to a retention requirement, told the council the retention area is "only been held twice this year" and that she has left several requests with Public Works without a sustained response. She said other retention areas are in better condition and asked the city to clarify maintenance responsibilities.

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