Greetings!
The end of this week was met with news few expected - the bridge on Hwy. 61 is open! Just 23 days after the span was closed, a new section is in place re-opening the main artery through West Feliciana Parish.
There are many thank you's to go around so let's get started:
Ambrose Sims - our parish manager went to bat for us on day one, helping to turn an initial 8-10 month repair estimate by DOTD into a 3 week job.
Sheriff Austin Daniel - had deputies assisting motorists following the detours around the clock, enforcing the speed zones and keeping the peace while being stretched thin.
The Police Jury - focused crews on Audubon Lane to help shore up the road's shoulders under the strain of the traffic crunch.
State Rep. Tom McVea - shined a light on the bridge issue during the special legislative session, pushing DOTD to find a better bridge inspection plan.
State Sen. Neil Riser - intervened with DOTD during the process, pushing it to use the "Waskey Bridge" technology to help speed up the replacement process.
DOTD - for listening and getting the job done.
Our citizens and businesses - kept a positive frame of mind during the entire event and helped to spread the word that our parish is indeed "open for business."
I'm sure there are countless unsung heroes of the past three weeks. To you, we say "Thank You!"
It's going to be a beautiful spring in the Felicianas.
Commentary by Mike Smith
Chairman, Governmental Relations Committee
The Greater St. Francisville Chamber of Commerce
What do you think?
Email Miles at mike@connectcallusa.com
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