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Milford highway superintendent reports logging damage to Lichenberger Road, proposes 1.5-foot road right-of-way law
Summary
Highway Superintendent Billy Sutphin said logging operations severely damaged Lichenberger Road; a cease-and-desist letter was issued and a meeting with the logging company is scheduled for Jan. 23. Sutphin proposed drafting a local law to set a 1.5-foot right-of-way boundary and will work with the town attorney.
Town Highway Superintendent Billy Sutphin told the board that "logging operations have severely damaged Lichenberger Rd." He said the town attorney sent a cease-and-desist letter to the logging company and that he will meet with the company on Jan. 23, 2026, to discuss repairs and remediation.
Sutphin recommended the town clarify road right-of-way boundaries so the town can determine clearance responsibilities and liability when vehicles or property are damaged. Minutes record that "a boundary of 1.5 feet from the edge of each side of the road was proposed." He said he will work with the town attorney to draft a local law and that any local law would require a public hearing.
Council members discussed equipment needs and procurement options; Council Member Kristen Velasco said Utica recently purchased used trucks and volunteered to explore acquiring used vehicles as a cost-saving measure. The minutes note the new International truck "might be ready this summer."
