Select Board advances Beech Road sidewalk plan despite split budgeting concerns
The Select Board advanced draft warrant language for a $3.44 million Beech Road sidewalk project that has an ~80% Maine DOT grant; town share is about $688,000 with up to $720,000 contingency. Board members debated maintenance, plowing costs and whether the project is a safety need or discretionary 'want'.
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The Eliot Select Board voted to advance draft warrant language for a proposed $3.44 million Beech Road sidewalk project to be finalized at its Aug. 27 meeting. The Maine Department of Transportation grant would cover roughly 80% of the cost, leaving the town’s share at about $688,000 and a contingency allowance of up to $720,000 for inflation or unforeseen expenses.
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