I have some reservations concerning "Anna's Bridge," -- the idea discussed in Michael Dresser's column "Grieving mother wants footbridge over rail tracks" (Jan. 25). Many of the kids would not use a bridge thinking it was "uncool" and would continue walking the tracks. A better solution would be to fine the parents $250 every time their child was caught on railroad property and to require the child to complete a special school project or complete so many hours of community service.

Although Mr. Dresser states that $2 million is a small amount for a transportation project, in today's economy I think the money could be better spent.

Peggy Alley, Baltimore

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