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The Patrick Administration has given formal approval to a $2.5 million project to rebuild a pair of bridges in Pittsfield.
"Repair and replacement of the state’s bridges is a top priority of the Patrick Administration," said Transportation Secretary Bernard Cohen, "and this project also demonstrates a strong federal, state, and local partnership in Pittsfield.”
The project involves the demolition and reconstruction of two Hungerford Street bridges spanning the west branch of the Housatonic River. Detours will be set up for both bridge locations.
"The reconstruction of these two bridges will improve traffic flow in this residential neighborhood," said MassHighway Commissioner Luisa Paiewonsky. "This important work is linked to a number of ongoing downtown projects, some of which are funded with federal grant money."
“This transportation project will ease traffic congestion and improve circulation,” said State Senator Benjamin B. Downing (D-Pittsfield). “We must ensure critical resources are continually dedicated to road and traveler safety. I applaud EOT for recognizing the importance of these transportation projects and for allocating the necessary funds.”
"These are much needed improvements that will provide not only public safety but also will help kick start local construction projects," said State Rep. William "Smitty" Pignatelli (D-Lenox).
The state's contractor on the project is Petricca Construction of Pittsfield. The projected completion date is July 2010.
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