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As Suffolk County Plans Turnpike Work, Sag Harbor Village Seeking Answers for Problematic Intersection at Mashashimuet Park Entrance

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The entrance to Mashashimuet Park in Sag Harbor. STEPHEN J. KOTZ

The entrance to Mashashimuet Park in Sag Harbor. STEPHEN J. KOTZ

The Suffolk County Department of Public Works's proposal for the intersection of County Road 79 at Mashashimuet Park has village officials concerned. SUFFOLK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Suffolk County Department of Public Works's proposal for the intersection of County Road 79 at Mashashimuet Park has village officials concerned. SUFFOLK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Suffolk County Department of Public Works has proposed running sidewalks into Sag Harbor along both sides of County Road 79. Village officials are hoping to convince the county to adjust those plans so the entrance to Mashashimuet Park can be moved and the corner intersection can be made more safe. SUFFOLK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

The Suffolk County Department of Public Works has proposed running sidewalks into Sag Harbor along both sides of County Road 79. Village officials are hoping to convince the county to adjust those plans so the entrance to Mashashimuet Park can be moved and the corner intersection can be made more safe. SUFFOLK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

authorStephen J. Kotz on Nov 19, 2024
When the Suffolk County Department of Public Works unveiled plans at a June informational meeting to add sidewalks, bike lanes and other improvements along the Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, or County... more

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