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Los Ranchitos Road Repairs Project

Homeowners from Los Ranchitos Road testified about severe road deterioration caused by heavy city sanitation and brush trucks, urging the commission to uphold their previous approval to pave the road.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 21, 2026

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Union Pacific Railroad Realignment & Street Closures

The commission approved closing B, A, and 2nd streets to automobile traffic as part of the regional railroad realignment to improve safety, though commissioners stressed the need for better communication with affected local businesses.

1 mentionLast discussed Apr 15, 2026