NLIS 7
July 22, 2005
(Transportation and Works)
Road improvements announced for
Trinity-Bay de Verde
Tom Rideout, Minister of Transportation and
Works, and Charlene Johnson, MHA for Trinity-Bay de Verde, today announced road
projects for the district valued at over $1.9 million. This funding is made
available under the 2005-06 Provincial Roads Improvement Program.
Minister Rideout said, �As part of government�s ongoing commitment to
rehabilitating our provincial roads infrastructure, $48.7 million will be made
available under this year�s program, including $3.7 million to be carried over
from last year. Our government recognizes the need for a safe and reliable road
system and other associated benefits for the residents of this province. To that
end, I am pleased to announce that over $1.9 million has been allocated for work
in Trinity-Bay de Verde.�
Planned road work for the district includes:
- $325,000 for paving in Grates Cove;
- $415,000 for paving in Job�s Cove;
- $285,000 for paving a section of New Harbour
Barrens;
- $195,000 for paving in Western Bay;
- $335,000 for paving in New Chelsea;
- $175,000 to replace a culvert on Route 80 at
Brook Cove, Islington;
- $180,000 for paving in Sibleys Cove.
�$1.9 million for road work is a significant
investment in the district of Trinity-Bay de Verde. It is consistent with this
government�s continuing commitment to provide and maintain quality rural
infrastructure. The announced road improvements will increase public safety and
enhance the tourism potential of the district,� said Ms. Johnson.
�Over the past year and a half, our government has made significant investments
in business and economic rural development throughout our province,� said the
minister. �These projects will continue this trend as they will result in
improved roads, job opportunities and make for a more pleasant experience for
the traveling public.�
Media contact: Lori Lee Oates, ABC, Communications, (709) 729-3015, 690-8403
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