There is a perception that the bike path is special and should not be touched. MDOT has said the proposed route is the best one, but he is not sure what the alternatives are and what costs are associated with them so that the Council could balance them out before making a decision. This is a Base driven project. There should be an exchange of dollars for the discomfort of using the bike path. Ted Crooker of Harry Crooker and Sons and resident, encouraged the Council to consider this proposal.
Natural gas is one of the cleanest fuels and gives the town a chance to protect the environment.
The connector bridge is the safest location to put the gas line. Councilor Sartoris asked what MDOT s position would be if there were to be access from Route One. Mr. Burne said it would not be the most desirable choice. If the proposal were denied, he would be looking at details to do the project from Route One. He would rather avoid the risks that come with the Route One access.