Council votes to make Riverside Drive barrier at Elm permanent after mixed vote
Mar 16, 2026
Mar 16, 2026
After public comment and months of counts and debate, the Lowell City Council voted to make the Riverside/Elm barrier permanent; council split with recorded 'Yes' and 'No' responses and one abstention. Residents and staff cited traffic counts and safety concerns in opposing and supporting positions.
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The Lowell City Council voted to make the barricade at Riverside Drive and Elm Street permanent following public comment and council debate.
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