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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Calaveras County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
O'Byrns Ferry Bridge partnership grant
Public Works announced a partnership with Calaveras COG, Tuolumne County and Calaveras County agencies on a Caltrans strategic planning grant to finally improve the O'Byrns Ferry Bridge, with a support letter coming to the Board next meeting.
Valley Springs traffic light concerns
Supervisor Tofanelli warned the new Caltrans traffic light on Highway 12/26 at Valley Springs — installed without a traffic study of the four-way stop — will back up commuter traffic, and pressed for a bypass project.
District 5 road resurfacing and Pennsylvania Gulch sidewalk
Public Works wants to pave all of Baldwin Road and extend Parkfix work, but warned bids may exceed budget, prompting a two-week table for more discussion.
Roadway Safety Signage Audit project cost increase
After the original sign placement sparked a public backlash, the county redesigned the project with fewer signs and now needs another $203,800 for construction management.
Active Transportation and Recreational Trails Plan
Public Works asked the board to pick two priority projects for grant fact sheets. Supervisors chose Valley Springs and Murphys Complete Streets while raising concerns about the Murphys median, historic-district sidewalks, and McColamy Hills right-of-way constraints.