Question of Ownership

Petition Update Today the Westport Journal published my opinion essay, “Before We Decide the Future of the Cribari Bridge, We Should Know Who Owns It.” The article raises a straightforward question: Who owns the William F. Cribari Bridge? That question is not an argument for or against replacing the bridge. It is a request for clarity during an ongoing federal review under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. I have asked the Town to explain the bridge’s ownership history and have also brought the issue to the attention of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation and Congressman Jim Himes’ office. To date, no substantive public explanation has been provided. Our petition has always been about transparency, accountability, and meaningful federal oversight. Whatever the ultimate answer on ownership, the public deserves to understand who has legal authority before irreversible decisions are made. Thank you for continuing to support an open and informed review process. https://westportjournal.com/opinion/before-we-decide-the-future-of-the-cribari-bridge-we-should-know-who-owns-it/