Letters to the Editor

To the Editor:

It is my understanding that the city is considering changing Brueger Street to a one-way street. 

Brueger Street, located right in front of city hall, begins at the north end of Campbell Drive (formally known as Outer Drive) and ends at the south end of Campbell Drive. I have seen this street become a little congested in areas, however, I would rather look at other options than changing this street to a one-way.

I would rather the city consider parking only on one side or the other. Parking space is not a problem. There is plenty of it on Campbell Drive. Drop off and pick up zones in front of businesses and city hall for people requiring that service should be accommodated. 

Furthermore, people are creatures of habit, especially if you have lived in Wrangell all your life and can practically drive the streets blind folded. I anticipate that this street direction change would cause more accidents rather than increase safety, at least until all residents got used to the change.

Wilma E. Leslie