rightofway
Use of street and sidewalk space for trails, access, and upkeep rules
Whether the city publishes the signed easement terms and provides a clear construction schedule and any temporary access/parking impacts for the riverfront work.
Typically discussed at Public Works Committee. Check back when the next agenda is published.
City Council approved a trail easement with the Kozlowski family entities so the city can build and maintain a bike/ped trail along the West Twin riverfront, plus related site and parking work. Earlier meetings also dealt with right-of-way headaches from tight redevelopment sites and how the city enforces sidewalk clearing after snow.
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passed City Council · May 4, 2026 26-087 Easement Agreement with Kozlowski Family for Public Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail Access
Motion to approve and authorize the City Staff to sign the easement agreement with Kozlowski Family for public bicycle and pedestrian trail access on behalf of the City
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passed Public Works Committee · Nov 5, 2025 Sidewalk Snow Shoveling, Policy, Procedure, Practice and Ordinance Revisions
Motion to approve the ordinance modifications and forward them to City Council for discussion and adoption
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Public Works Committee reviewed attorney-proposed edits to the city’s sidewalk snow/ice rule, including clearer timing language for when sidewalks must be cleared after a snow event.
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The proposed sidewalk snow/ice revisions expanded who can require clearing to include the city manager, public works director, city engineer, or public works staff/designees.
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The proposed sidewalk snow/ice revisions allowed more proactive enforcement when crews notice problems, rather than relying mainly on resident complaints.
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The proposal described charging property owners per linear foot for city-performed sidewalk clearing, with possible add-on charges and extra penalties for repeat violations.
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Public Works Committee voted to forward the proposed sidewalk snow/ice rule changes to City Council.
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Staff described a recurring narrow-lot redevelopment issue: contractors need space for dumpsters, trailers, materials, and worker parking, which can reduce street parking and constrain traffic flow and driveway access.
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Staff said the city previously allowed a sidewalk closure for at least one redevelopment project, and the resulting work zone still created a tight corridor for neighbors.
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A multi-department meeting with Jim Reif Builders was scheduled for Jan. 29 to set clearer expectations intended to protect pedestrian access and neighborhood function while still allowing projects to proceed.
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City Council approved a public trail easement agreement with D & D Koz, LLC and Cory Koz Real Estate, LLC to allow construction and long-term maintenance of a public bicycle and pedestrian trail along the West Twin riverfront, including related site and parking improvements.
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The trail easement agreement passed 9-0.
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Staff said the work was expected to be completed by the end of June and described the project as relatively small with a “big impact” on public access.
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