Copake is a Destination for Cyclists

To:
Roy Brown, Chairman of the Board, Columbia County, NY
Bob Fitzsimmons, County Attorney, Columbia County, NY
Bart Delany, Chair of Public Works, Columbia County, NY
Dean Knox, Engineering Division Director, Columbia County, NY

Dear Sirs,
The Copake Economic Advisory Board unanimously supports the combined Brown's Dam/County Route 7a rehabilitation projects (PIN#s 8757.17 & 8757.21) to have GreenLITES certification.

Copake is a destination for cyclists and we think all communities should encourage access for walking and biking; it is therefore important that this project have GreenLITES certification.

There are numerous concerns that have been raised over this impending project. One of the biggest concerns is the absence of a pedestrian/bike path over the bridge. The second concern is the lack of public input. The last time there was an opportunity for public input was seven years ago, and that is a very long time ago.
We would like our voices to be heard before construction commences. We would also request that GreenLITES certification be included to make this process possible.

Sincerely,
Leslie Wood
Chair
Copake Economic Advisory Board