During a recent government meeting, significant concerns were raised regarding the lack of a comprehensive traffic study in the town, which has been a recurring issue for several years. Commissioners expressed frustration over the town council's failure to prioritize funding for this essential study, despite repeated requests from both the planning commission and the local police department.

Commissioner Burcato highlighted that while funding discussions were underway, they did not equate to project approval, emphasizing the need for thorough reviews of site plans, including aspects like stormwater management and traffic impacts. The ongoing absence of a traffic study was described as a critical oversight, with commissioners noting that public dissatisfaction with traffic conditions has been growing.

In response to the ongoing issue, a proposal was made to send a formal correspondence from the commission to the town council, reiterating the importance of including the traffic study in the upcoming budget. This approach mirrors previous efforts to secure funding for the Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD). The commissioners agreed that persistent advocacy is necessary, even if it means revisiting the request annually until the council acknowledges the need for a traffic study.

The discussion also touched on the town's five-year capital plan, with calls for clearer timelines regarding project implementation. The commissioners expressed a desire for more comprehensive documentation, as previous communications had not provided sufficient detail.

As the town moves forward with its planning efforts, the need for a traffic study is expected to be a focal point in the ongoing revision of the POCD, underscoring the urgency of addressing traffic-related concerns in the community.