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Loudon road agent reports storm cleanup, equipment failures; selectmen discuss Kenny Road bridge and bridge-priority funding
Summary
Road Agent Russ Perley described storm response and cleanup, said the town's wood chipper clutch failed and parts were ordered, and selectmen discussed Kenny Road Bridge repairs, property access for a temporary bridge, and the condition and future of another town bridge that may require a change in weight classification or remediation.
Road Agent Russ Perley told the Board of Selectmen he called crews during an overnight storm, cleared fallen trees and stayed on scene through the morning; the crew returned to remove remaining debris and handle subsequent fallen trees.
Perley said while adjusting the town's wood chipper he discovered the clutch was blown and parts have been ordered; in the meantime materials have been hauled to the town dump. He also reported his contractor has oiled most trucks and will return to finish the fleet.
Selectmen discussed the Kenny Road Bridge project and funding options. The board noted the need to secure permission to work on private property for a temporary bridge and that contacting the new homeowners at the affected property remains a next step. The board and road agent said they would draft and send a letter as part of the next steps.
Selectmen also discussed another bridge referred to in the meeting (referred to in the transcript as the Wells/Wales Bridge), noting rust at bearing points and concerns about footings. The board reviewed options including changing weight classification, restricting access, or undertaking staged repairs; they agreed engineering and cost breakdowns are needed and that public meetings will follow before final decisions.
No formal bridge-funding vote was taken at the meeting; the selectmen said they will continue discussions, meet with an engineer and prepare cost-stage breakdowns for public review.
