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Residents praise reopening of Payne and Ford roads; raise pothole and paving concerns
Summary
Residents said Payne and Ford roads have reopened after prolonged closures; they thanked county engineers but warned that construction-related wear and remaining potholes create safety and maintenance concerns. County engineering confirmed responsibility and said paving will be addressed in the regular paving program.
Two Lake County residents told the Board of Commissioners Thursday that the reopening of Payne and Ford roads is welcome but left continuing concerns about potholes and long-term repairs.
"I'm very grateful for all the people who now can breathe a sigh of relief, that Payne and Ford have been open for over a month now," said Laurie Bobin, a Lake County resident of 33 years. Bobin said Payne reopened roughly three weeks before Ford and that the roads had been closed for "2 years and 3…
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