At this time last week, one lane of U.S. Route 50 East, below the intersection with Emily Drive near the Home Depot Plaza intersection, was blocked off as earth and trees were being cleared. As it turns out, the trees weren’t being removed due to concerns with them interfering with overhanging power wires.

 

Recently, the City of Bridgeport issued a building permit to Lamar Advertising for a project on the property. The property will be used to erect another LED billboard sign that will be visible heading to motorists on U.S. Route 50.

 

The permit was for $10,900.

 

According to the permit, the property is actually owned by Morgantown-based Petroplus Properties. It’s the same company that owns the land along Platinum Drive, where several businesses – including the Department of Motor Vehicles is located.

 

The work was being done to clear the land by Jaflo, In. Jaflo is a “Tree Care Company” that is based in Allentown, Pennsylvania.