Board approves expanded downtown streetscape RFP after debate over process

Jul 21, 2026

Deputy Supervisor Sergio Espazito successfully moved to expand a streetscape RFP to include Commerce Street, portions of Route 118 and additional bike lanes and on‑street parking; the board voted to advertise the expanded RFP after a procedural dispute about finalizing text, with recorded opposition to the motion.

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Deputy Supervisor Sergio Espazito introduced a proposal to broaden the towns pending streetscape RFP beyond Downing Drive and Veterans Road to create a contiguous downtown network. The expansion would add Commerce Street (from Papoose to the firehouse), parts of Route 118, the commuter lot and connected bike lanes to improve walkability and support downtown businesses.

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