Salisbury will pave over its PRIDE crosswalks as part of a downtown improvement project , a move the city mayor says is necessary to comply with state and federal transportation standards but one that has sparked disappointment among LGBTQ+ advocates.

The project will repave Market Street from Main Street to South Division Street near City Headquarters and the Wicomico County Public Library. As part of the work, the city will replace the crosswalks with a neutral design.

Mayor Randy Taylor announced the move in a statement late Friday, claiming that the decision aligns with U.S. Department of Transportation marking standards and a Supreme Court ruling on neutrality in public spaces.

“Since taking office, I’ve been transparent about my concerns regarding the Pride crosswalks install

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