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Springfield College’s plan to partially discontinue Wilbraham Avenue sent to committee after residents raise concerns
Summary
Springfield College presented a proposal to discontinue two short segments of Wilbraham Avenue to enhance campus safety; councilors and nearby residents voiced long-standing opposition and questions about ownership, utilities and emergency access; council voted to refer the matter to the general government committee for further review.
Springfield College representatives asked the council to partially discontinue two short segments of Wilbraham Avenue (segments between King and Alden, and Alden and Hickory) to limit through traffic near campus and improve pedestrian safety. Kevin Roy described traffic studies and prior neighborhood meetings, and College President Marybeth Cooper warned of…
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