Oakesdale adjusts TIB project

A public comment period for proposed street work in Oakesdale has led to a change in curbing on the southeast side of First Street.

The curb will be an edgeless rolled sidewalk to make it easier for cars and parking maneuverability.

Bids are due April 13 at 3 p.m. for work to start right after school gets out.

The public comment period closed Feb. 24 for input on a permit application for work at Pearl Street, McCoy Street and First Street.

The work would include reconstruction of sections of the three streets near Oakesdale schools, reducing the grade of the Second Street hill and widening the...