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Questions, Praise for RAISE Road Projects

A federal grant will finance major infrastructure projects in Sanford over the next three years. By Lee Burnett, Submissions Editor The upcoming massive reconstruction of downtown streets through a federal grant generated all sorts of comments at a public hearing last week. Among the topics of concern were pedestrian safety near the Maine Health campus, adequacy of plug-in outlets for food trucks along Number One Pond, bicycle connectivity, disruptions to downtown businesses and on-street parking at the dog park. The…
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2024 Construction Season

Some of the many roadway construction signs seen around Sanford/Springvale. Photo: Jordan Wilson Projects and Road Work in Sanford By Jordan Wilson, Communications Coordinator, City of Sanford It's summertime, and you know what that means: ice cream, beach days, lobster rolls, and roadway construction. Most roadwork is done in the summer because the weather provides ideal conditions, and the longer daylight hours allow for more efficient work. Additionally, summer breaks in school schedules reduce traffic. The City of Sanford has…
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Walkers and Cyclists to Get Passage Under Route 4

Left to right: Parks & Rec Director Brady Lloyd, Sanford Trails Committee Chair Lawrence Furbish and Public Works Director Matt Hill gather at Powers Bridge on Route 4. Photo: Lee Burnett By Lee Burnett, Submissions Editor The Maine Department of Transportation plans to allow an underpass for walkers and cyclists in the revised reconstruction plans for Powers Bridge on Route 4, a modification that surprised and elated advocates. “I’m immensely happy,” said Lawrence Furbish, chair of the Sanford Trails Committee.…
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March Public Safety Subcommittee Updates

By Jordan Wilson, Communications Coordinator, City of Sanford  March Storm Response During a recent series of severe storms characterized by high winds and icy conditions, city services faced significant challenges. The Sanford Fire and Police departments were inundated with hazards and emergencies, while the Public Works Highway Division worked tirelessly to barricade roads, clear hazards, and ensure safe roadways. The Department of Public Works (DPW) played a pivotal role, handling 191 service calls and deploying more than 80 safety devices.…
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MaineDOT to Partner with Sanford

New crosswalk signage is expected to be installed around the city by the end of this year.  Photo: Pixabay By Renée Morin  In his report to the City Council on Feb. 6, 2024, City Manager Steve Buck detailed the many projects that will be undertaken in collaboration with the Maine Department of Transportation over the next three years. These projects include replacing most of the city’s traffic lights and other street and traffic improvements throughout the community.  The end of this…
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