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Conservation commission seeks permission for handrail at Sullivan Woods trailhead
Summary
A conservation commission member requested board permission and guidance to install a small handrail on stone steps at the Fitzgerald Road access to Sullivan Woods; the commission has a potential AARP Winter Sparks grant of roughly $300 to contribute.
During public comment, a conservation commission member (speaker 7) described efforts to reinstate monthly community walks at Sullivan Woods and requested guidance on installing a handrail along the stone steps that provide access from Fitzgerald Road. The speaker said participation ranged from three to more than 40 people at recent walks and asked whether the commission needs the road commissioner’s permission, insurance certificates or formal bids for the work.
Board members advised the commission to get a site visit from the highway or road official to determine appropriate post placement and whether the work requires bids or a designated purchasing agent. The commission member noted an AARP Winter Sparks grant that could contribute up to $300 and said the commission would not proceed without town permission; the board asked staff to inspect the site and provide next steps before the grant expires in April.
