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Council asks solicitor to draft road closure ordinance; FastBridge Fiber timeline given

Borough of West Reading Borough Council · October 15, 2024

Summary

Council directed the solicitor to formalize an existing road closure policy into an ordinance and heard that FastBridge Fiber installation is expected early to mid next year; the Traffic & Infrastructure Committee also voted to continue a sidewalk replacement program.

Mayor Samantha Kaag described a road closure policy developed when Sergeant Chad Marks was officer in charge and recommended converting it into an ordinance for enforcement. Council voted to request the solicitor draft the ordinance (motion carried 7-0).

Committee members discussed a trial sidewalk replacement program: 41 panels were replaced at ten properties at a material cost of $4,500 and council voted to continue the program in 2025. Mr. Philip Wert asked about the timeline for FastBridge Fiber installation; staff said early to mid next year is expected.

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