3625 Blue Jay Way - Portable Basketball Sys ROWEAGAN
March 24, 2021
Mr. Michael Jones
3625 Blue Jay Way
Eagan, MN 55123
Re: Portable Basketball System in Right -of -Way
Dear Jones,
It has been brought to my attention that there is a portable basketball system being stored within the City
right-of-way, specifically, on the street or directly behind the curb, in front of your property. Please be
aware that it is against City Code to store such items in that location. City Code Section 7.05, Subdivision
2 states:
"It is a misdemeanor for any person to place... any fence, goods, structure, landscaping or other
obstructions upon ... any street... a violation of this subdivision shall be deemed a public nuisance. Any
person who is in violation of this subdivision shall immediately remove the obstruction upon demand by the
city and upon failure to do so, the violator shall pay the costs incurred by the city in connection with its
removal.
The right-of-way extends beyond the street surface to your property line, which is approximately 12-15 feet
behind the curb. I understand this may present some inconvenience for you but unfortunately, placing such
items in the public right-of-way creates a legal liability the City is not able to assume.
With that said, I must ask you to please remove the basketball system immediately from the right-of-way.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 651-675-5641. You're understanding and
anticipated cooperation is greatly appreciated!
Dave Westermayer
Right -of -Way Manager
MAYOR I MIKE MAGUIRE COUNCIL MEMBERS I PAUL BAKKEN, CYNDEE FIELDS, GARY HANSEN, MIKE SUPINA CITYOFEAGAN.COM
CITY ADMINISTRATOR I DAVID M. OSBERG MUNICIPAL CENTER 13830 PILOT KNOB ROAD, EAGAN, MN 55122-1810
MAIN: (651) 675-5000 MAINTENANCE: (651) 675-5300 UTILITIES: (651) 675-5200
IF YOU HAVE A HEARING OR SPEECH DISABILITY, CONTACT US AT (651) 675-5000 THROUGH YOUR PREFERRED TELECOMMUNICATIONS RELAY SERVICE.