[bscb-l] sidewalk snow-removal resolution

[Bob Hachey]

Hi Alison,
Firstly, that is an excellent idea to heavily fine plow drivers who put snow 
on sidewalks. But if the plow drivers work for the city, not sure how that 
one gets enforced.
Secondly, I in no way intend that those who cannot either shovel sidewalks 
themselves or pay someone else to do it should be held responsible. I do 
like the idea of having cities and towns shovel sidewalks, but where's the 
budget for that one, especially in this rotten economy? When I referenced 
Cambridge and Newton in the resolution, I did so because they're attempting 
to come up with ways to assist seniors and persons with disabilities to 
clear their sidewalks. Will you be at convention? This resolution gets 
discussed on Sunday morning and I'd love for you to be there. IF you cannot 
make it, I'll be sure to save your ideas and bring them to our discussion. 
Keep in mind that clear sidewalks are even more important for the 
independence of those with physical disabilities than they are for the 
blind. I can clamber over snowbanks while those who use wheelchairs and 
walkers cannot. Thanks much for your input. This kind of input makes for 
better BSCB resolutions.
Bob Hachey