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Beaufort County commissioners back NCDOT 15th Street project amid city opposition
Summary
After public comment and extended discussion about safety, economic effects and local control, the Beaufort County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution supporting the NCDOT-funded 15th Street improvements in Washington; the vote followed conflicting testimony from business owners and city-affiliated speakers.
The Beaufort County Board of Commissioners voted to adopt a resolution supporting the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s 15th Street improvement project in the city of Washington after extended public comment and debate over safety, local control and economic impact.
Commissioner Ed Booth introduced the resolution and urged support, saying the project addresses a hazardous stretch with a history of crashes and fatalities. "We are trying to do the right thing," Booth told the board as he moved…
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