CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

NEWS RELEASE

2800 BERLIN TURNPIKE P.O. BOX 317546 NEWINGTON CONNECTICUT 06131-7546

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TELEPHONE: (860) 594-3062
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Web site:www.ct.gov/dot

SOMERS, CONNECTICUT
Route 83

                The Department of Transportation announced today that beginning August 1, 2007, a temporary traffic signal will be operationaljust north of Parker Road on Route 83 in Somers.

                An alternating one way traffic system will be in effect. Temporary concrete barrier Curb will be used to safely channel traffic through the work area. The project, which involves installation of a new drainage culvert under Route 83, will be completed in two stages and is scheduled to be completed by October, 2007.