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Mount Washington leaders press city on sidewalk repairs, crosswalk safety and traffic fixes
Summary
Community leaders raised long‑running concerns about missing or damaged sidewalks, the condition of Beechmont Avenue, and a dangerous crosswalk at Corbally near Sam’s that parents say needs immediate action; city staff outlined constraints and next steps.
Mount Washington residents told the Healthy Neighborhoods Committee they want faster action on sidewalks, traffic calming and an urgently needed crosswalk improvement at Corbally near Sam’s that parents described as “very dangerous.”
The nut graf: City officials said state restrictions limit use of some funds for new sidewalks, but staff and councilmembers said they are pursuing options—including a pilot program and leveraging railroad funds where allowed—and will follow up with neighborhood priorities and traffic engineering reviews.
Jamie Castle, president of the Mount Washington Community Council, described uneven sidewalks and the neighborhood’s dependence on Beechmont as the main artery. She said 44% of housing units are rentals…
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