COMMUNITY Reader to host open town hall to discuss Couplet concept

By Reader Staff

The Reader is hosting an open town hall to discuss “the Couplet” concept for widening and reorienting U.S. Highway 2, which has made the news in recent weeks.

The event is scheduled for Monday, March 20, from 5-7 p.m. at the East Bonner County Library Meeting Room B, and will be an informal opportunity for city residents to see enlarged maps and discuss details of the concept, offer their opinions and ask questions of former city staff members who were directly involved in the similar “Curve” plan more than a decade ago and share any insights

Invitations have been extended to members of Sandpoint city staff and elected officials, and all Sandpoint and Bonner County residents are welcome to come hear information about the Couplet and share their insights and opinions. There will be a couple of short presentations by former city