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Select Board signs off on Bridge 42 design choices, schedules July review
Summary
The Jamaica Select Board approved metalized coatings for Bridge 42 girders, chose a large-block stamped concrete look without pigment, selected dark-green powder-coated railings and accepted a one-lane striped configuration; the design team will return with final plans July 13.
The Jamaica Select Board approved several design recommendations for the replacement of Bridge 42, including a metalized coating for the steel girders, a large-block stone pattern for stamped concrete, dark‑green powder-coated railings and a center striping arrangement intended to function as a single-lane control with pedestrian shoulders.
A board member recommended the metalized coating because of longevity and lower maintenance, saying, “I will make a recommendation that we stick with their recommendation of the metallized coatings on the on the steel girders.” The board voted in favor of that recommendation. Members also discussed the project schedule and were told the design team will return with final plans at the board’s July 13 meeting.
Designers advised that the stamped concrete facing would naturally develop a patina over time and recommended foregoing pigment; the board selected a larger quarry‑stone pattern without dye to better match the existing aesthetic. On railings, the town accepted steel for safety and moved to powder-coat the railings a darker green to blend with the landscape.
On striping, the design team explained that while the state classifies the bridge as two-lane, painted striping can create a one‑lane controlled pattern that provides space for pedestrians and bikes. The board approved the recommended striping plan and asked staff to post the detailed design packet online before the July meeting so the public can review it.
The design approvals are procedural steps that keep Jamaica ready if state or federal construction funds become available earlier than currently scheduled.
