Residents pressed county leaders for a timeline to reopen the Bruns Road and 84th Street bridge after more than a year of closure, asking what comes next and how they can help move funding along. The discussion came during a recent Ray County Commission meeting, which began after a scheduled early walk-through of the jail, according to the posted agenda. Neighbors told commissioners the closure has dragged on and that many who live near the crossing cannot attend weekday meetings. “We’re just looking for an update. It’s been a year and a half since the bridge was closed, so we’re trying to figure out what’s going on,” said resident Kirk Bellis. Bellis asked whether citizens should contact Jefferson City or representatives and signaled they were willing to engage wherever needed. Commissioners noted the county has the most recent inspection findings and must evaluate the bridge’s foundation before choosing a fix. “I do have the inspection report with me,” stated Eastern…