HomeMy WebLinkAboutResponse from Tom less re NEMBA project dec 2023Tom Lee <tlee@horsleywitten.com>11/22/2023 9:14 AM
NEMBA Proposed Trail Project
To acanedy@comcast.net <acanedy@comcast.net> Copy Darcy Karle <darcy.karle@town.barn
stable.ma.us> • Edwin Hoopes <edwin.hoopes@town.barnstable.ma.us>
Good morning, Ann:
Thanks for the support letter dated November 13, 2023. I discussed this project and the current status
of the trails with Darcy and Ed yesterday. I agreed with the Darcy and Ed that we need to get a better
map from the Town’s GIS group before we can discuss further on this project. The initial intent of the
trail is for walking purpose and not for mountain bikes. As for safety standard, there is a difference
between walking trails and biking trails. I understand that the NEWBA wants to improve their “safety”
concerns, but it also intensifies the use of the trails. There is a safety liability issue that I need to consult
with Town Attorney. I need to have a full picture and understanding before I can place this item on our
future agenda for discussion with the Conservation Commission.
F.P. (Tom) Lee, P.E. | Principal Engineer
Horsley Witten Group, Inc.
90 Route 6A, Unit #1 | Sandwich, MA 02563
Office: 508-833-6600