Retrofitting A Sidewalk Into Existing Landscape Has It’s Challenges in Cobourg

In City Hall, Local

Director of Public Works is asking people to hold off judgement on the sidewalk along Abbott Boulevard in Cobourg.

With the cement for the sidewalk being poured there might be more curves in the sidewalk than the skateboard park just a block away with the “ups and downs” but Laurie Wills said, “I would ask that any judgement of the sidewalk be deferred until it has been completed please.”

Wills said the sidewalk is being constructed within accessibility standards.

Stating that retrofitting a sidewalk into an existing landscape has it’s “challenges.”

“Right now, it looks especially exaggerated because it hasn’t been backfilled to meet the existing adjacent grades. So far the project has been fairly well received with the local residents and the contractor is doing a great job.”

Wills said, “stay tuned for the final product!

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Northumberland OPP – Port Perry Man Charged with Impaired (Name Released)

The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual with impaired operation. On July 24, 2025,

Read More...

Northumberland OPP – Traffic Stop Leads to Identify Fraud and Ammunition Seizure – Recap (Names Released)

Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have responded to several incidents, including a traffic

Read More...

Cobourg’s First Strong Mayor Budget Process Includes $20,000 for Consultant

By Cecilia Nasmith Today’s Northumberland A look at how future budgets will be prepared in the Town of Cobourg with

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu