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Coalition to discuss bridge over Sandy River
by Outspoken on Mon Sep 08, 2008 4:10 am
Coalition to discuss bridge over Sandy River
BY VALERIE TUCKER
Correspondent Morning Sentinel
FARMINGTON -- The Whistle Stop Trail Coalition is asking for help with the next step in building a bridge to link communities.
They are planning a get-together to listen to ideas for funding and constructing a multi-use bridge over the Sandy River in Farmington. According to organizer Sandy Richard, the bridge would allow walkers, runners, bikers, cross country skiers, snowmobilers and horseback riders to access the existing trail from Farmington to Jay.
The bridge would cross the river from the parking area behind the Narrow Gauge Cinema. Richard said the abutments from the old Narrow Gauge railroad are still there, and a new bridge could provide that historical link whileexpanding recreational opportunities.
The meeting at the Granary Restaurant on Thursday at 6:30 p.m., is open to everyone interested in the project.
"An RSVP is helpful but not necessary," Richard said. "We hope people will bring friends and tell others."
Local snowmobile clubs and bicycle groups and others are encouraged to invite their members.
"Community support, networking, and the sharing of ideas are vital to the success of this project," said Richard. "We'll update everyone, including the engineering study and funding opportunities, but we have to get community input to move this to the next step."
http://morningsentinel.mainetoday.com/news/local/5388766.html
BY VALERIE TUCKER
Correspondent Morning Sentinel
FARMINGTON -- The Whistle Stop Trail Coalition is asking for help with the next step in building a bridge to link communities.
They are planning a get-together to listen to ideas for funding and constructing a multi-use bridge over the Sandy River in Farmington. According to organizer Sandy Richard, the bridge would allow walkers, runners, bikers, cross country skiers, snowmobilers and horseback riders to access the existing trail from Farmington to Jay.
The bridge would cross the river from the parking area behind the Narrow Gauge Cinema. Richard said the abutments from the old Narrow Gauge railroad are still there, and a new bridge could provide that historical link whileexpanding recreational opportunities.
The meeting at the Granary Restaurant on Thursday at 6:30 p.m., is open to everyone interested in the project.
"An RSVP is helpful but not necessary," Richard said. "We hope people will bring friends and tell others."
Local snowmobile clubs and bicycle groups and others are encouraged to invite their members.
"Community support, networking, and the sharing of ideas are vital to the success of this project," said Richard. "We'll update everyone, including the engineering study and funding opportunities, but we have to get community input to move this to the next step."
http://morningsentinel.mainetoday.com/news/local/5388766.html
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