Topsham committee approves draft letter urging pedestrian improvements at Cathance River Bridge

The Topsham Complete Streets Committee on May 27 approved a draft letter urging the inclusion of pedestrian improvements on the new Cathance River Bridge.

The chair introduced the letter and asked for a motion to approve; Mary Beth moved to approve the draft and a member seconded. Members praised the letter as well written and discussed opportunities for public input through an anticipated MaineDOT public meeting, which is expected to be offered virtually with comment options.

Members who had visited the site described concerns about crossing safety and urged the committee to forward the letter promptly to DOT. The committee authorized minor tweaks to the draft before transmittal.

Next steps: The committee will finalize edits and transmit the letter to MaineDOT and monitor the DOT public-meeting schedule to encourage public comment.