Talbot County approves $298,240 change order and road closure for Chapel Road culvert replacement The council approved a $298,240 change order and related easements and contingency funding for an emergency culvert replacement on Chapel Road; the project includes 92 pilings, riprap for scour protection, a temporary closure March 27'Aug. 11 and an application for $1,000,000 in state aid.

Talbot County is investing $298,240 to tackle failing culverts on Chapel Road, prompting a temporary road closure and a push for state aid—are you ready for the detour?

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Council tables multiple sewer reclassification requests after public commenters cite prior policy criteria The council opened hearings on Resolutions 387–391 to reclassify parcels to S1 priority status; Resolution 387 (801 Port St.) was adopted, but after public comment and staff discussion the council tabled the remaining reclassification requests (Resolutions 388–391) and referred them to the Public Works Advisory Board for further review and additional environmental and policy documentation.

Talbot County Council takes a step back on sewer reclassification requests after public outcry for thorough evaluations and adherence to existing policies.

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