Bridge Costs

Your short article, “Town Braces for Bridge Repair” (Norfolk Now, March 2018), begs the question: how can a lightly traveled bridge of modest span at River Place cost $2.1 million and take three years to replace? Would have liked to see breakdown of costs in the article.

Donald Black

We followed up with First Selectman Matt Riiska, who said, “It won’t be that high. That’s the cost if we have to replace everything.” He explained that the town’s consultant, WMC Consulting Engineers, arrived at a high figure to be safe and to get the process of a federal subsidy underway. A full inspection may determine that the metal undergirding just needs new paint and only the deck needs replacement. – Ed.

Many Thanks from WIN Team

Thank you, Norfolk for all you did to make WINter Weekend in Norfolk such a success! What other town would come together to create so many fun events? What other town would forge ahead in spite of the horrible weather forecasts? What other town could bring it all off so triumphantly? We’re happy and proud that Norfolk is our town.

Dawn Whalen, Jim Nelson, Sue Frisch

WINter Weekend in Norfolk committee