Board debate highlights DOT policy shift on Route 9W sidewalks
Planning staff told the board DOT now favors sidewalks in the state right‑of‑way under complete‑streets policies, prompting discussion about continuity of sidewalks on Route 9W and whether to require a sidewalk reservation or easement at the Mekeel site.
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Board members used the Mekeel site discussion to revisit sidewalk policy along Route 9W, where connectivity gaps and crossing safety were raised as practical concerns for requiring sidewalks on one side of the road.
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