Lloyd Matthews, Minister of Works, Services and Transportation (Acting), and Kevin Aylward, MHA - St. George's-Stephenville East today announced that a $3,525,069.70 contract has been awarded to Western Construction Company Limited of Stephenville Crossing. The contract is for upgrading and paving Route 1, Trans Canada Highway from North Branch towards South Branch and from Cape Ray Intersection towards South Branch. Mr. Aylward stated: "This contract work will see major improvement to the Trans Canada Highway from Port aux Basques through the Codroy Valley. It will be welcomed by the travelling public of the region. This road is a priority for the provincial government as it is the major gateway to the province." Mr. Alyward said that the work will commence immediately and be completed by October 31, 1999. Media contact: Gary Callahan, (709) 729-3015. 1999 05 04 4:15 p.m. |
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