Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in roads with high priority
Small Bridge Inspections and Tractor-Trailer Damage
The county is paying HRG $80,030 to annually inspect its 27 worst small bridges, and commissioners heard from municipalities frustrated by tractor-trailers repeatedly damaging bridges, guardrails, and roads. Commissioner Foschi wants the county to explore ways to hold trucking companies accountable for repair costs.
East Pine Street Bridge Repair — Mount Holly Springs
A 107-year-old bridge is down to a 16-ton weight limit, cutting tractor-trailers off from three major employers including the world's only transistor-paper mill. The county's small bridge program is being stretched to let the borough pay with manpower instead of cash.