Steve Neubecker, Public Safety Director for SJ, and Emily Hackworth, City Manager for SJ, spoke on October 9, 2025. Steve told us that they now have a full Public Safety Department- every member is trained in fire and public safety. He also said that having two lines heading to Silver Beach seemed to work this summer.
Emily said that one of the biggest challenges was trying to implement a new parking program. We have decided only to proceed if we do it right and it works for everyone.
She talked about the proposed new housing development, the “Marquette”, at the old YWCA site. There will be underground parking. The 1st floor will be commercial, with the next three floors apartments, and the top 3 condos. They are in the process of getting permission for a building height of 80 feet. Emily says the developers are keen on making this development work well for the community. Most of the apartments will only be available to locals with moderate incomes.
Posted: October 10, 2025 by kiwanisjay
Steve Neubecker and Emily Hackworth
Steve Neubecker, Public Safety Director for SJ, and Emily Hackworth, City Manager for SJ, spoke on October 9, 2025. Steve told us that they now have a full Public Safety Department- every member is trained in fire and public safety. He also said that having two lines heading to Silver Beach seemed to work this summer.
Emily said that one of the biggest challenges was trying to implement a new parking program. We have decided only to proceed if we do it right and it works for everyone.
She talked about the proposed new housing development, the “Marquette”, at the old YWCA site. There will be underground parking. The 1st floor will be commercial, with the next three floors apartments, and the top 3 condos. They are in the process of getting permission for a building height of 80 feet. Emily says the developers are keen on making this development work well for the community. Most of the apartments will only be available to locals with moderate incomes.
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