Residents of North 68th Avenue expressed deep concerns regarding road maintenance and safety during a recent government meeting. One resident, who has lived in the area for 46 years, highlighted the deteriorating condition of the road, citing crumbling infrastructure and excessive vehicular traffic as primary issues.

The resident criticized the city’s response to their concerns, stating that the current proposals do not adequately address the safety risks posed to both drivers and pedestrians, particularly in light of reckless driving and blind spots created by the steep terrain. They emphasized that while they support recreational use of the road, the safety of local residents is at stake.

Despite a recommendation for denial of their request for a revocable license to manage the road, the resident expressed a desire to appeal to the city council for reconsideration. They questioned the inconsistency in city policies, pointing out that other gated communities have been granted similar licenses without issue.

The resident concluded by urging the government to take action to improve road safety and maintenance, expressing disappointment in the lack of immediate plans from the city to address these pressing concerns. The meeting underscored the ongoing struggle between residents seeking local control and the city’s responsibilities in maintaining public infrastructure.