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LD 2028

Resolve, To Rename A Bridge In West Forks Plantation And The Forks Plantation The Gordon Clifton Berry, Sr. Bridge

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Russell Black and 1 co-sponsor

Maine bill renames a West Forks Plantation bridge to honor Gordon Clifton Berry, Sr., advancing through legislative committee review with no stated opposition.

Signed by Governor
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Bill Summary · LD 2028

Legislative bill overview

LD 2028 is a resolve that renames a bridge located in West Forks Plantation and The Forks Plantation to the "Gordon Clifton Berry, Sr. Bridge." The bill has passed through committee review and second reading in the Maine legislature as of early February 2026.

Why is this important

Bridge naming resolutions serve as a form of public recognition for individuals deemed worthy of commemoration in their communities. While symbolic rather than substantive in policy terms, such measures reflect local decisions about civic heritage and honor. This particular bill indicates community support for recognizing Gordon Clifton Berry, Sr. through permanent public infrastructure naming.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available context: The bill text provides no information about who Gordon Clifton Berry, Sr. was or why he merits this honor, making it difficult for constituents to evaluate the appropriateness of the naming
  • Limited transparency in decision-making: No details are provided about the community consultation process or criteria used to select this individual for commemoration
  • Bridge significance: The actual importance or usage of the bridge is not described, affecting whether the naming has meaningful public visibility

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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