CORDOVA (May 6) - Cordova city officials have begun preliminary discussions about what to do with Lowell Street, Bridge, a historic city landmark this is in dire need of an upgrade. While costly restoration options are being considered, several factors make demolition a more likely outcome.
“It’s a tough decision and one we don’t intend to make hastily” said city planner Colin Barnwell. So far, it seems that replacing the bridge makes the most financial sense.”
Price isn’t the only consideration, however. According to structural engineer Steve Pachenco, traffic flow is another important factor. "Highway 49 will soon be broadened from two lanes to four. Then, Lowell Street Bridge will no longer be able to accommodate the increase in vehicles,’’ he said. “The way I see it, a wider, more modern bridge is inevitable."
For residents who want to share their opinions and ideas, the city council will he holding a public input session at Helman Square next Thursday at 11:00 A.M.

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May 7 - I’m writing in response to yesterday’s article about Lowell Street Bridge. This bridge is an invaluable part of Cordova's cultural identity and it is in the city’s best interest to keep it intact. Considering the tremendous amount of income the cultural-heritage-tourism industry brings to the city annually, I would argue that the short-term costs of restoring this historic landmark would be economically worthwhile.
- Maria Cantu, member of the Cordova Preservation Society (CPS)

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To: members@cordovaps.org
From: leo_contreras@cordovaps.org
Date: May 19
Subject: Lowell Street Bridge Update

Dear CPS Members,
Congratulations! Thanks to our strong community presence at the city council event, arui alter countless phone calls to city council members, it looks like Lowell Street Bridge will not be demolished after all! The Cordova Times published an article today stating that the city is now planning to relocate the bridge to the Eastside cultural district, where it will be used for foot traffic rather than motor vehicles.
This decision is surely due in part to the fact that each of you voiced your opinions last Thursday.
Thanks again,
Leo Contreras, Cordova Preservation Society Community Organizer

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