Harrisville—The Highway 89 construction problem was addressed at a meeting with Mayor Bruce Richins, Council Member Michelle Tait, several Harrisville staff members and Kris Peterson, the Director of UDOT Region 1, along with several of his staff. Several officials from the Charter School on the corner of Highway 89 and Wall Avenue were also present along with the North View Fire Chief.
The concerns with the median recently installed on Highway 89 near Larsen Lane were discussed, including the comments from the council meeting by residents in the community. Mr. Peterson listened and expressed his understanding. All parties focused on resolving concerns with public safety while avoiding blame and accusations. The meeting was productive. Mr. Peterson took the matter under advisement and committed to contacting Mayor Richins within a few days with a decision. Mr. Peterson did contact Mayor Richins with a compromise solution where access to North Harrisville Road will be restored. Also, other modifications may be made at the discretion of UDOT and information will be forthcoming. Progress is being made regarding the infamous Highway 89 median! Residents will now again have access to North Harrisville Road coming off of the highway. Thank you to those who spoke out. Your voices were heard! I express appreciation to UDOT for their negotiations with the City and resolving the median issues.
It has been great success for the Farmers’ market that has been held on Thursday evenings. It is hopeful that this even will return next year. Harrisville City wishes to thank all who have participated in the success of the market.
Harrisville Police Department wants to remind everyone you can report non-emergency, suspicious and criminal activity to the Harrisville Police Department 24 hours a day by calling the Weber Consolidated Dispatch Center at 801-629-8221. Emergencies should be reported by calling 911 immediately. Please give the dispatcher as much information as possible including your name and call back number so the officer can contact you. If you would like to speak with a Harrisville Police Officer about criminal activity in your neighborhood you may contact our office at 801-782-4100 ext. 1001 during the hours of 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. - noon on Friday, or by calling the Weber Consolidated Dispatch Center at 801-629-8221 any time. You can also send an email to police@cityofharrisville.com.
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