Sewage crisis drags on as owner fails to act

During the Fitchburg Common Council meeting on December 3, 2024, significant concerns were raised regarding ongoing sewage issues at a local trailer park. Council members expressed frustration over the lack of action from the property owner, Mr. Reeves, who failed to attend the meeting despite sending numerous emails demanding changes to the hearing schedule.

City staff reported that they have not received any concrete plans to address the sewage problems, which have persisted since May. One council member highlighted that sewage leaks were still occurring, raising questions about the owner's commitment to resolving the issues. The council noted that they had not seen any plans or proposals from the owner to alleviate the situation, which has been described as haphazard.

The discussion also touched on the demographics of the park's residents, with one member seeking to understand how many people currently live there, particularly given the presence of elderly residents. However, no exact count was provided.

The council's frustration was evident as they discussed the delays in repairs. A representative mentioned that despite having a plumber on retainer, there had been no progress on necessary repairs, and parts had to be ordered from out of state due to local shortages. The ongoing sewage issues and the lack of timely responses from the property owner have raised serious concerns among council members about the health and safety of the residents living in the park.