The Connecticut Department of Transportation (Department) is developing plans to replace existing traffic control signal equipment with new equipment to meet current Department standards at 8 locations in Wallingford. At applicable locations, pedestrian control features (countdown pedestrian indications, accessible pushbuttons, sidewalk ramps) will be upgraded in an effort to improve accessibility and pedestrian safety. The following intersections are included:
Project 0170-3490:
· Route 5 (South Colony Rd) at Toelles Rd and SR 702 (Wharton Brook Conn) (Intersection No. 148-201)
· Route 5 (South Colony Street) at Ward Street (Intersection No. 148-204)
· Route 5 (Colony Street) at Route 150 (Hall Avenue and Center Street) and Quinnipiac Street (Intersection No. 148-205)
· Route 5 (North Colony Street) at Christian Street and Parker Street (Intersection No. 148-206)
· Route 150 (Hall Avenue) at North Cherry Street (Intersection No. 148-218)
· Route 5 (North Colony Street) at North Plains Highway and Cedar Lane (Intersection No. 148-232)
· Route 5 (North Colony Road) at Ives Road, Pent Highway and CVS Drive (Intersection No. 148-243)
· North Cherry Street and South Cherry Street at Quinnipiac Street (Intersection No. 148-801)
It is the Department’s policy to keep the public informed and involved when such projects are undertaken. It is important that the community share its concerns with us to assist in the project’s development. At this time, it is anticipated that an informational meeting or formal public hearing will not be necessary.
The design plans for these projects are expected to be completed in January 2022 with a tentative advertising date for construction of March 2022.
Anyone interested in requesting information on this project may do so by contacting Anna S. Mermelstein, Project Manager at 860-594-2715 or via email at anna.mermelstein@ct.gov. Please make reference to Project Nos. 0170-3490.