Planning & Development
Comprehensive Plan Public Workshop: Circulation
Peter Lapolla, Director of Planning, reminds everyone that the Comprehensive Plan public meetings will resume tomorrow night at 6PM at the Cranston Senior Center.
The focus of the discussion will be the second draft of Comprehensive Plan’s Circulation element. This is the part of the plan that covers roadways, non-motorized circulation, congestion management, parking – basically anything related to moving people around. Visit Cranston’s web site to download a copy of the plan. Those unable to make the meeting can submit feedback on the plan by emailing it here:
Peter Lapolla, Director
Jason Pezzullo, Principal Planner
The Cranston Senior Center is located at 1070 Cranston Street.
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moreSunday July 18, 2010
Pontiac Bridge Closes
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moreWednesday May 12, 2010
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