This week the Parkersburg City Council reviewed the safety plans and recommendations for the 2nd Street and 3rd Street intersections with the Canadian National Railway in town.
There was discussion about the consideration to close one of the two railroad crossings.
There was also discussion about the improvements needed to be done if both will remain open.
There was discussion about the negative impact closing one of the crossings may have on future development and the ability of residents and/or visitors to safely access and use the recreational area on the north side of the railroad tracks.
There was a consensus to keep both crossings open and to request a traffic study be done to improve the traffic safety in the area for the traveling public and pedestrians.
