7/6/2026 Town Council meeting, Deputy Director of Public Works James Dance proposes reallocating state bridge funding from the Stokes Road Bridge to the Hall Road Bridge. While the Stokes Road structure is in worse physical condition, Dance argues that Hall Road is a critical transportation artery carrying 2,000 vehicles daily, compared to only 29 on Stokes Road. The presentation details how the Hall Road Bridge suffers from scour and foundational instability that causes the road surface to sink continuously. Furthermore, upcoming state intersection improvements may eventually result in the closure of the Stokes Road entrance, potentially rendering its bridge obsolete. Because Hall Road serves as a vital route for emergency services and school buses, the council highlights the project’s superior public utility. Ultimately, the town council votes unanimously to shift the $2 million in funding, ensuring the more heavily used infrastructure is prioritized for replacement.