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Residents urge council to preserve Lakeshore Drive triangle, ask for transparency on reconfiguration concept
Summary
Several Lakeshore Drive residents told the council July 17 they oppose a proposed reconfiguration of the Lakeshore Drive/Tenth Street triangle, citing mature trees, drainage concerns, safety and a desire for public input; council said the traffic-safety committee will review the concept in August.
Dozens of residents spoke during general public comment at the July 17 Escanaba City Council meeting to oppose removing or reconfiguring the triangular boulevard at Lakeshore Drive and Tenth Street and called for greater transparency and public input.
Speakers from the neighborhood said the triangle — a tree-lined boulevard near Ludington Park — has been a longstanding feature, provides traffic calming and a scenic view, and is used by children and walkers. Lisa Fosno, a Lakeshore Drive resident of 40 years, asked the city…
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