The Ombudsman contacted the municipality to inquire into the complaint. The Department of Public Works responded by stating that the status of the storm sewer had been evaluated, and that the cracks on the top were noted. The inspection confirmed that there was no structural damage. The work was placed on the list to have the cracks filled.
The homeowner was informed that the inspection revealed there was no structural damage and that the repair was scheduled. The following month, the homeowner informed the Ombudsman Office that the cracks had been filled.
The Ombudsman Column, a production of the Joint Office of Citizens’ Complaints, summarizes selected problems that citizens have had with government services, schools and nursing homes in the Dayton area. Contact the Ombudsman by writing to us at 11 W. Monument Ave., Suite 606, Dayton 45402, call 937-223-4613, or by electronic mail at ombudsman@dayton-ombudsman.org.
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