The bridge is finally getting its repairs. It has been a long and draining road to get this result but I am glad we held our ground. Keep an eye on the site to ensure the construction begins as promised.
May 13, 2016
Final supporters
WE, the undersigned, petition the Commissioners and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation as follows: To repair and re-open the Skinners Falls Bridge. The repair and re-opening of the Skinners Falls Bridge is critical to the well-being and survivability of local businesses. Failure to repair and re-open the bridge is having, and will continue to have, significantly adverse impacts on local business. In addition, the closure is causing a major inconvenience to residents and tourists as drivers are forced to find alternate routes to and from their home, work and vacation destinations. In the event of an emergency on the river the National Park Service along with other emergency units would have to go at least 8 or more miles out of the way to respond. With the bridge closed other roads (such as the River Rd) are getting the majority of the traffic in which they are not safely designed to handle.
Updates
March 6, 2016
We hit five hundred signatures today. This has been a long and draining process but seeing this number reminds me why I started fighting for this bridge.
Reached 500 supporters
March 4, 2016
Reached 100 supporters
February 13, 2016
246 Comments
This is a vital conduit between states that should be repaired not destroyed! The costs of incremental fuel usage, pollution, road wear, and vehicular wear over a period of just a short period would seemingly surpass the cost of repairing this landmark!
The bridge provides important access from my home to services and business nearby. Many businesses are dependent on this bridge including most importantly the Milanville General Store which has been in business for over 100 years.
The potential risk involved in not having access to this bridge between PA & NY is dangerous. It is the first link to fast hospital services for people in this area. For practical and business reasons this bridge requires immediate attention and repair so that it can be re-opened immediately.
That bridge is needed in so many ways. All detour routes are back roads that are sometimes not treated with snow on the ground. It also hurts local businesses that require a 15 mile detour, depending whether you go to Cochecton or Narrowsburg. Please reopen the bridge!!!
This bridge has been a major part of my commute for over 20 years. After a rough day, I get to the bridge and metaphorically hang my troubles on the tresses so that I could go home in peace. They were always waiting for me the next day. The Damascus bridge doesn't have tresses for troubles.
I live in Damascus
Please reopen
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The bridge is finally getting its repairs. It has been a long and draining road to get this result but I am glad we held our ground. Keep an eye on the site to ensure the construction begins as promised.
May 13, 2016
Final supporters
WE, the undersigned, petition the Commissioners and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation as follows: To repair and re-open the Skinners Falls Bridge. The repair and re-opening of the Skinners Falls Bridge is critical to the well-being and survivability of local businesses. Failure to repair and re-open the bridge is having, and will continue to have, significantly adverse impacts on local business. In addition, the closure is causing a major inconvenience to residents and tourists as drivers are forced to find alternate routes to and from their home, work and vacation destinations. In the event of an emergency on the river the National Park Service along with other emergency units would have to go at least 8 or more miles out of the way to respond. With the bridge closed other roads (such as the River Rd) are getting the majority of the traffic in which they are not safely designed to handle.
Updates
March 6, 2016
We hit five hundred signatures today. This has been a long and draining process but seeing this number reminds me why I started fighting for this bridge.
Reached 500 supporters
March 4, 2016
Reached 100 supporters
February 13, 2016
246 Comments
The bridge closure deters me from visiting friends in the area and supporting local businesses. And with an ill family member, delayed emergency response time certainly concerns me and my family. The bridge is essential for continued support of the area.
This is a vital conduit between states that should be repaired not destroyed! The costs of incremental fuel usage, pollution, road wear, and vehicular wear over a period of just a short period would seemingly surpass the cost of repairing this landmark!
The bridge provides important access from my home to services and business nearby. Many businesses are dependent on this bridge including most importantly the Milanville General Store which has been in business for over 100 years.
The potential risk involved in not having access to this bridge between PA & NY is dangerous. It is the first link to fast hospital services for people in this area. For practical and business reasons this bridge requires immediate attention and repair so that it can be re-opened immediately.
That bridge is needed in so many ways. All detour routes are back roads that are sometimes not treated with snow on the ground. It also hurts local businesses that require a 15 mile detour, depending whether you go to Cochecton or Narrowsburg. Please reopen the bridge!!!
This bridge has been a major part of my commute for over 20 years. After a rough day, I get to the bridge and metaphorically hang my troubles on the tresses so that I could go home in peace. They were always waiting for me the next day. The Damascus bridge doesn't have tresses for troubles.
I live in Damascus
Please reopen
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The bridge closure deters me from visiting friends in the area and supporting local businesses. And with an ill family member, delayed emergency response time certainly concerns me and my family. The bridge is essential for continued support of the area.