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Board debates asking Caltrans to open Monitor Pass between storms amid safety concerns
Summary
Alpine County supervisors discussed sending a letter to Caltrans requesting that Highway 89 (Monitor Pass) be opened between winter storms to help local businesses; first responders warned of added public-safety and response burdens, and several supervisors urged coordinating a joint letter with Mono County.
Alpine County supervisors on March 3 discussed whether to ask Caltrans Districts 9 and 10 to open Monitor Pass (Highway 89) between winter storms to support businesses in Markleyville and improve seasonal travel.
Proponents, including the District 5 supervisor who placed the item on the agenda, argued that reduced snow in many winters and a shorter problematic segment near the pass make intermittent…
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