Livable Streets Committee — September 17, 2026

The Fairhaven Livable Streets Committee met on September 17, 2026, chaired by John Camara. The committee opened by approving the meeting minutes for March, April, and May in a unanimous roll call vote. Members discussed bike path safety and outreach following a presentation from the previous month and a recent incident on the trail involving an individual arrested on outstanding warrants. Chair John Camara committed to organizing a walkthrough with the Fairhaven Police Department to assess trouble spots and examine patrolling options. The committee also evaluated trail lighting and emergency blue light towers, noting that New Bedford acquired five solar- and battery-powered units for $80,000, and discussed coordinating safety needs with the Open Spaces and Parks Committee.

The committee reviewed and unanimously approved donation signage for a new bike pump and repair tool station donated by John Woodford of Rubber Duck Car Wash in New Bedford. The signage layout will feature an upper sign with the Town of Fairhaven seal and a QR code directing donations to bike path maintenance, positioned above a courtesy sign recognizing the donor. In committee updates, members highlighted the kickoff celebration for the new BMX pump track on Sconticut Neck scheduled for Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., noted the recent success of the Pedal for the Path event, and agreed to follow up with the Department of Public Works regarding previously approved rules-of-the-road signs.

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