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Investment to Improve Safety and Traffic Flow
INNISFIL, ON, June 19 /CNW/ - The Ontario government is providing funds
towards the rehabilitation of Highway 89 in Cookstown as part of the
government's Connecting Link Program, Transportation Minister Harinder Takhar
announced today.
"This program is a great example of how the province and municipalities
are working together to keep our connecting roads in good repair. This is an
investment in safety, and in local economies," Takhar said. "These connecting
links are vital links. By keeping these roads well maintained, we are
demonstrating our commitment to strong communities by improving Ontario's
roads and the quality of life for all road users."
The province will contribute $37,350 towards the total cost of the
project. The work includes resurfacing of Highway 89 entering the village of
Cookstown.
"By making these important investments, the Ontario government will keep
the province's highways and connecting links in an excellent state of repair,
reduce traffic congestion, and promote road safety and economic activity,"
said Takhar.
The Ontario government's $15-million Connecting Link Program assists
municipalities with capital projects on local roads that connect provincial
highways. By keeping communities well-connected the government is building
strong communities and improving the quality of life for all Ontarians.
Backgrounder
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Ministry of Transportation June 18, 2004
CONNECTING LINKS - SUPPORTING SAFE AND STRONG COMMUNITIES
THROUGH ONTARIO'S ROAD NETWORK
The Ontario government has long recognized the importance of connecting
links on the provincial highway network. A connecting link is a section of
municipal road connecting two ends of a provincial highway through an urban
municipality.
The Connecting Link Program was developed in 1927 to help sustain
Ontario's infrastructure and maintain a healthy economic environment. The
Ontario government continues to support municipal connecting link capital
construction projects that enhance the safety, efficiency and longevity of
roads. This program funds engineering, design and capital construction work on
connecting links.
The Ministry of Transportation works with municipalities to identify and
recommend capital construction projects for connecting links.
Quick Facts:
- Currently, there are 361 km of connecting links and 71 bridges in
78 municipalities across the province.
- The Ontario government is investing $15 million in capital
engineering and construction on 35 municipal connecting links
projects in 2004/2005.
- Subsidy rates range from 75 to 100 per cent of a project's eligible
costs.
- Connecting link roads fall under municipal jurisdiction.
Disponible en français
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For further information: Danna O'Brien, Minister's Office, (416) 327-1815; Bob Nichols, Communications Branch, (416) 327-1158
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