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Staff updates: Central Station streetscape and parking work to start; Springfield Avenue tree removal on hold pending follow-up
Summary
Town staff said streetscape, parking and landscaping work around Central Station will begin soon and that the Station building renovation is proceeding under Maryland historic-easement requirements.
Town staff told the Sykesville Historic Commission that streetscape and parking improvements around the Central Station area are expected to begin within weeks.
A staff member said the project will include a parking lot around the Central Station building, roadway resurfacing or reconstruction that affects crosswalks, and landscaping to improve pedestrian access, particularly for weekends and events. Staff said the work is intended to “spruce up the south end” of town and make the area more pedestrian-oriented.
Regarding the Central Station building renovation, staff said the work is proceeding but more slowly than originally hoped. Staff reported ongoing coordination with architects and engineers and noted that the building’s Maryland historic easement imposes guidelines the project must follow. Staff said discussions about a small boundary adjustment and other details are underway so the building renovation can continue.
Commission members asked about a tree the commission previously approved for removal on Springfield Avenue. Staff said the removal is on hold because the property owner, Robert, recently had health issues and is now living with his sister. Staff and a commissioner said they would follow up with the applicant or the owner to confirm the plan for removal because the tree has been dropping branches and could be a safety concern after recent high winds.
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