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Residents press Beekmantown to fix blocked drainage, culvert problems
Summary
Several residents told the board they have standing water and property damage from blocked drainage and a plugged culvert; Sam said he will speak with Warren, the Highway Superintendent, and the Highway Department was asked to assess repairs.
Multiple residents raised infrastructure complaints during the public comment portion of the July 6 work session. Mr. McCasland said he has "significant water damage" to his home and requested board approval to have the Highway Department make repairs because he plans to sell the property. Mr. Boire said the town routed water across his property "with his approval" but that the water "does not drain properly" and that the culvert is plugged, leaving potholes and standing water.
Sam told the meeting he would "speak with Warren, the Highway Supt" about the plugged culvert; the transcript also notes the Highway crew is currently working with the Town of Plattsburgh to pave Smithfield Blvd, which may affect scheduling for local repairs. The board did not record a formal vote or timeline for repairs at the work session; residents were promised follow-up with the Highway Superintendent.
