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Public raises pedestrian-safety concerns over Bourne Rotary design exception after reported injury
Summary
Public commenters told the MPO that a July 28, 2023 pedestrian injury near the Bourne Rotary preceded a MassDOT design exception that allows the Bourne Rotary Improvement Project to proceed without required crosswalks and pedestrian/bicycle facilities; the commenter requested MassDOT explain what the Highway Administrator knew before approving the exception.
During public comment at the MPO meeting, resident John York urged the MPO and MassDOT to address pedestrian safety at the Bourne Rotary and requested clarity about a MassDOT design exception.
York read a written statement alleging that a serious pedestrian injury occurred on Trowbridge Road near the Bourne Rotary on July 28, 2023, and that 10 days later, on Aug. 7, 2023, the Massachusetts Highway Administrator approved a Design Justification Workbook and a design exception allowing the…
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