Pleasant Grove just broke ground on a new $15 million park, meaning we're finally getting some fresh green space in the neighborhood. It’s a major project that’s going to change the local landscape once construction wraps up.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 3 the 90 before that.
The new rules could change the cost of landscaping for new developments or property renovations.
The entire community benefits from long-term water conservation and reduced strain on city resources.
Property owners who prefer traditional grass lawns may face restrictions on their landscaping choices.
The city is looking to change landscaping rules to save water. This could change what you're allowed to plant or install in your yard or business property.
The city is debating how to fix traffic and walkability issues, specifically looking at 'road diets' for wide streets and better connections for pedestrians.
The city is investing $3.5 million to fix water lines and roads in the 800 North area to improve reliability and traffic flow.
The city is looking to clarify rules for when a developer needs to build a screen or fence because of a height difference between yards. This helps neighbors know exactly what to expect when new homes are built next to them.
The city is working with contractors to fix persistent cracking in tennis and pickleball courts, which may lead to more pickleball courts at the park.
Residents raised concerns about low water pressure in the eastern part of the city, fearing that new housing developments would worsen the issue. City staff explained that the pressure is limited by tank elevation and that new developments have a negligible impact on overall system pressure.
A resident suggested the city perform more infrastructure repairs in-house to save on contractor markups. The city noted that current repairs are often covered by contractor warranties.
Comcast is delaying road paving projects by failing to move their lines on time. The city is looking into ways to hold them accountable.
The city is performing chip seal and micro-surfacing on various roads to extend their lifespan, which may cause temporary traffic detours.
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