Description
There is a serious water hazard in the large lake in New Town. It's the top of a extremely large tree that was not completely removed when the lake was developed. Usually it's about 2-4 inches below the surface, although it's occasionally visible. When it's lurking just underwater it's a hazard for kayakers, canoes, and swimmers (all of which can involve innocent children). According to state NID statutes this is a public use lake; therefore, the obstruction must be clearly marked with the prescribed federal inland waterway identifications.
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Q. Please provide an address closest to the area of concern.
A. 3328 rue royale
A. 3328 rue royale
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City of Saint Charles (Registered User)
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Yes, this issue can be closed, for at least the city is aware of the imminent danger.
If the city gave a developer permission to build a lake with the large stump of an enormous tree lurking at surface level, that obviously can't be undone; however, the present day issue involves public safety.
The Missouri language on Neighborhood Improvement Districts is clear. First,"Projects funded through a NID must be public in nature". Second, NIDs can be used to establish public use facilities for the enjoyment, convenience, SAFETY [emphasis added], and common good of ALL [emphasis added] citizens". Accordingly, the city should have some shared responsibility for the established NID.
If the danger is not removed, in the interest of public safety the city should at least post a proper warning of its existence.
Perhaps this issue should have been addressed by the city's Department of Community Development.
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