Green alleys and stormwater management
Summary
Alderwomen Moore and Coggs pressed on why rising fees aren't translating into better roads, and warned that road money has to be balanced against flood-fighting investments like green infrastructure and tree pruning. The mayor's office acknowledged roads are a top public concern.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $16 million a year goes to local road paving and reconstruction — less in real terms than a decade ago.
Drivers and flood-prone neighborhoods if road and green infrastructure spending is coordinated.
Residents paying higher wheel taxes and fees while roads deteriorate.
Mentions & discussions (2)
FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE — July 8, 2026
Alderwomen Moore and Coggs pressed on why rising fees aren't translating into better roads, and warned that road money has to be balanced against flood-fighting investments like green infrastructure and tree pruning. The mayor's office acknowledged roads are a top public concern.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE — June 10, 2026
An MMSD grant puts permeable pavers in eight alleys across seven districts, reducing runoff as part of the 2026 alley program — with a maintenance covenant attached.
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