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2350 Bayless Place rain garden appeal

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Last discussed Jan 14, 2026.

Public comments (2)

OpposedSeth RichardsonJan 14, 2026

The property owner and rain garden steward said the 24-inch requirement would kill the garden — over a third of the native plants grow taller — and asked the council to save a neighborhood treasure.

City Council — January 14, 2026 · 27:05 →
SupportivePat ThompsonJan 14, 2026

The St. Anthony Park Community Council board member urged flexibility on plant heights, noting the huge boulevard was built for traffic calming and supports the city's climate plan.

City Council — January 14, 2026 · 30:24 →