CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

NEWS RELEASE

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

FOR RELEASE:October 31 , 2008
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NEWINGTON, Conn.-State Transportation Commissioner Joseph F. Marie announced today that Tree Work will be performed on Route 15 (southbound) between Exits 42 (Route 57) and 40 (Main Ave.) in Westport/Norwalk. This project is scheduled to begin on or about Monday, November 3, 2008 and continue through Tuesday, November 25, 2008.

Traffic control personnel and signing patterns will be utilized to guide motorists through the work zone.  The regular work schedule for this project is 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Mondays - Thursdays) weather permitting. 

Motorists should be aware that modifications or extensions to this schedule may become necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions.  Motorists are advised to maintain a safe speed when driving through the work area.