When the governing body of a city by resolution or ordinance removes a street from public use, or closes it to vehicular or pedestrian traffic, such resolution or ordinance may set forth such minimum maintenance requirements, including the maintenance of drainage, for the street as the governing body determines are necessary for the public safety.
Chapter 4Removal From Public Use and Maintenance
Section § 1920
This law explains that when a city decides to stop public use or close a street to traffic, it can set up rules for keeping the street maintained. This includes taking care of essential things like drainage to make sure it remains safe for the public.
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Section § 1921
The city government has the authority to set the rules for keeping up all streets within the city, including managing drainage maintenance.
The governing body of any city shall have jurisdiction to prescribe the requirements for maintenance, including the maintenance of drainage, of all streets within the limits of the city.
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