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Council considers railings, life-saving devices for downtown Riverwalk after several drownings

Salisbury City Council · October 7, 2025
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Council and residents urged the city Oct. 6 to pursue safety measures along the downtown Riverwalk, including railings, life-saving devices and grant-funded approaches. Council members asked staff to map city-owned waterfront sections, check insurance implications, and pursue grant options such as DNR funding.

Council members and residents pressed Salisbury leaders Oct. 6 to take action to reduce drownings and accidental falls along the downtown Riverwalk.

Councilwoman Jackson said the riverfront has had multiple incidents in recent years and urged a phased approach to install railings or nautical-style ropes where appropriate. Supporters cited…

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