2. Notice of Time Extension for Post-Scoping Notice for Relocation of Route 8 Southbound (SB) Interchange 34

Address of Possible Project Location: Route 8 in the southbound (SB) direction and on the local roadway network within the vicinity of Interchange 35 On-ramp (Route 73) and Interchange 34 Off-ramp. The proposed project area encompasses Route 8 SB from Mile Marker 31.56 to Mile Marker 30.62. The existing Interchange 35 On-Ramp begins at E. Aurora Street. The existing Interchange 34 Off-Ramp terminates at West Main Street. The local roadway network of interest extends from E. Aurora Street to the north, West Main Street to the south, Grandview Avenue to the west and northbound (NB) Watertown Avenue to the east.

Municipality where proposed action would be located: Waterbury

Connecticut Environmental Policy Act (CEPA) Determination: On October 17, 2023, the Connecticut Department of Transportaion (CT DOT) published a Notice of Scoping to solicit public comments for this action in the Environmental Monitor. A Public Scoping Meeting was held on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. The CT DOT is unable to publish its determination regarding this action at this time.

Action Status: The CT DOT is awaiting additional information pertaining to Environmental Analysis. 

Estimated Publication Date: The CT DOT estimates that a Post-Scoping Notice will be published in the Environmental Monitor on or before August 6, 2024. 

If you have questions about the proposed action, contact:

Name: Mr. Jonathan Dean, Project Manager

Agency: Connecticut Department of Transportation, Bureau of Engineering and Construction

Address: 2800 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT 06131 

E-Mail: Jonathan.Dean@ct.gov

What Happens Next: The CT DOT will make a determination whether to proceed with preparation of an Environmental Impact Evaluation (EIE) or that the project does not require the preparation of an EIE under the CEPA. A Post-Scoping Notice of its decision will appear in a future edition of the Environmental Monitor.