More Concerns About New Paving

While Oregon Hill residents are glad to see the City working on improving our streets (and clearing up confusion about the process), many have complained that new paving is obliterating any height difference between street and curb. The old stone curbs and remaining brick sidewalks are distinguishing features of the neighborhood. Its not just about appearance. […]

August 22, 2009; 9:49 AM • by Oregon Hill

While Oregon Hill residents are glad to see the City working on improving our streets (and clearing up confusion about the process), many have complained that new paving is obliterating any height difference between street and curb. The old stone curbs and remaining brick sidewalks are distinguishing features of the neighborhood.

Its not just about appearance. There are health concerns about what happens when stormwater washes over onto the sidewalks. The new Pescado’s restaurant, when it opens, may have more than seafood-hungry patrons coming through its doors…

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