During a recent meeting of our members it was decided that we petition VDOT for an Underpass for equestrian traffic under the new Route 3 expansion.  Salubria is the Ride destination for many of our members that live on the North side of Route 3.  One of our members, Leta Scherquist, manages property for Salubria on both sides of Route 3 and frequently crosses Route 3 on horseback to visit her neighbors.  A four lane highway is too dangerous to cross on horseback as you well know. 

Without an underpass for horses some of us will not be able to safely ride to church on Sundays.  Since the new road will be on the North side of Stevensburg Baptist Church.

The Casanova Hunt, foxhunts from Salubria and Sherwood Farm north to Berry Hill Farm and many other farms on the North side of the highway.  There must be a safe way for all horseback riders to cross.  It is also our long term goal to establish trails between Kelly’s Ford, Brandy Station and Stevensburg.   

Although these activities and interests seem insignificant, they are major sources of revenue for the county, as part of the $1.8 billion dollar a year Virginia horse industry.

If these activities are not included in the planning of highways and developments a significant part of our economy will suffer. 

We therefore urge you to provide an underpass for horseback riders, in the vicinity of Salubria, under the new Route 3. 
 

Sincerely,