VDOT Virginia Department of Transportation
Eastern Shore Rail to Trail Project Counties of Accomack and Northampton
Public Hearing
Monday, March 13, 2023, 4-6 p.m. Eastern Shore Community College Workforce Development Center - Great Hall 29316 Lankford Highway, Melfa, VA 23410
Find out about the proposed Eastern Shore Rail to Trail Project which will convert a 46-mile portion of the former Bay Coast Railroad between Cape Charles and Hallwood, into a shared-use path in the counties of Accomack and Northampton. The Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) will host this required public hearing, pursuant to §33.2-202. The purpose of the public hearing is to seek the public's input on the project and its advancement. VDOT representatives will be available to discuss the project and answer questions.
Review the project information at the public hearing or at VDOT's Accomac Residency Office located at 23096 Courthouse Avenue, Accomac, Virginia 23301, 757-787-5856, TTY/TDD 711. Please call ahead to ensure the availability of appropriate personnel to answer your questions.
Additional project information can be found at https://www.virginiadot.org/easternshoretrail
Give your written or oral comments at the hearing or submit them
by March 23, 2023 to Jerry Pauley, Program Manager, 7511 Burbage Drive, Suffolk, VA 23434 or by email to [email protected]. Please reference "Eastern Shore Rail to Trail Project Public Comments" in the subject line.
You may also respond to an online survey at
https://metroquestsurvey.com/ar7g71.
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