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Resident urges council to restore crosswalk markings on US‑522 and to manage event parking for safety
Summary
A resident told council that missing crosswalk paint and ad‑hoc parking during concerts create hazards for pedestrians on US‑522; council discussed interim officer assistance and examples from other municipalities for event traffic control.
During public comment Kevin Kelman told the council that two crosswalks on US‑522 remain unpainted and that a temporary covering over the signs has removed clear pedestrian markings, creating a public‑safety hazard for older residents and concertgoers. Kelman asked the town to partner with the park service or the state to press DOT to restore markings or to provide interim crossing assistance on event nights.
Council members agreed the situation is dangerous and discussed short‑term measures such as deploying an officer to assist crossings during events and seeking models from other towns for police‑assisted traffic control. Chair said the town will continue to press state and county partners for permanent repainting and urged residents to report specific locations so staff can follow up.
