-Edghill cites pipelines
Residents of Tucville, in Georgetown have expressed concern over the ongoing roadworks in the community, charging that contractors have reduced the width of Thorne Street to just 12 feet, rendering it unsuitable for two-way traffic. Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill yesterday told the Sunday Stabroek that the reduction was in some parts due to pipelines being run. In a November 22 letter to Edghill, resident Russel Lancaster explained the concerns.
He said that the road, previously asphalted, is being replaced with a concrete surface.
“While this upgrade is welcome and appreciated, the new road is only 12 feet wide, which poses significant challenges for two-way vehicular traffic. This insufficient width will force vehicles onto the shoulders when passing, which could lead to premature damage and increased maintenance costs”, Lancaster said.