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Selectboard prioritizes urgent road repairs after flooding, culvert failures
Summary
Road Commissioner Robin Martin told the Isle La Motte Selectboard that ditching, culvert clearance and immediate pothole repairs are top priorities after recent flooding and contractor-identified damage; the board agreed to pursue grants and short-term fixes as part of a five-year plan.
Road Commissioner Robin Martin told the Selectboard that the town faces three immediate roadway problems needing action: ditching to address a flooded basement at one home, a culvert blocked and damaged during an attempted clearing, and large potholes on Church Street that forced drivers onto lawns. Martin emphasized that the issues are part of a longer five-year plan but require near-term work to prevent further property damage.
The board discussed enforcement of Right-of-Way ordinances related to culverts, ditches and vegetation and considered purchasing traffic cones for temporary safety measures. Members instructed staff to explore grant opportunities to fund repairs and to prioritize short-term fixes that can be completed quickly while the larger five-year plan proceeds.
