The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has released the 2027-2030 draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) for public comment. The draft STIP compiles all highway and public transit projects that CTDOT intends to pursue over the next four years, utilizing Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funding.
"The STIP maps out planned transportation investment across every corner of Connecticut. From highways and bridges to buses and rail lines, these projects are critical to safety, mobility, and economic development," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. "We want to make sure the STIP reflects the needs of the people we serve and the only way to do that is to hear from the public directly. I encourage residents to review the draft plan and share their thoughts."
The draft STIP for fiscal year 2027-2030 contains:
- Over 380 projects statewide, programming $4.5 billion in federal funds matched by approximately $932 million in state funds and approximately $45 million in local funds, for a total program cost of approximately $5.5 billion
- $13.8 million for public transportation operating assistance
- $3.4 billion will be used for highway and bridge capital programs
- $1.1 billion will be used for transit (rail, bus, and rideshare) capital and operating costs
Some projects that will be funded through the STIP include:
- I-84 Pavement Rehabilitation and Reconstruction in Danbury from the New York State line
- I-91/I-691/CT 15 Interchange Improvements in Meriden & Middletown
- I-95 Gold Star Bridge Pedestrian Improvements in New London & Groton
- I-95 Northbound Gold Star Bridge Rehabilitation (Phases 1B & 2) in New London
- I-95 Baldwin Bridge Rehabilitation in Old Saybrook
- I-95 Auxiliary Lane Construction and Bridge Replacements in West Haven
- CT 2A Rehabilitation of Br 03426 over Thames River, Northeast Corridor Railroad and P&W Railroad in Montville & Preston
- CT 15 Interchange 46/Route 69 Improvements in New Haven & Woodbridge
- CT 82 Safety Improvements in Norwich
- Bridge No. 01872 Carrying US 1 Replacement in Greenwich
- US 7/15 Interchange in Norwalk
- SR 745 Carrying Bridge 03612 Replacement in West Haven
- MOVE New Haven Bus Rapid Transit
- New Haven Line Track Program
- New Haven Union Station Platform Replacement
- New Haven State Street Station Improvements
- Route 3 Putnam Bridge Rehabilitation in Glastonbury
- Removal of Traffic Signals on Route 9 in Middletown
- Stamford Yard Catenary Leads and Car Wash Facility
- Transit Facility Upgrades
- Transit Vehicle Fleet Replacements
- WALK Moveable Bridge
CTDOT is conducting two hybrid public informational meetings regarding the draft STIP on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at CTDOT Headquarters, 2800 Berlin Turnpike in Newington. Both meetings will also be held on Zoom; registration is required. To register, please visit portal.ct.gov/STIP. CTDOT staff will be available in-person 30 minutes prior to each meeting to informally discuss the draft STIP with members of the public.
Language assistance and/or ADA accommodation are provided at no cost to the public, and efforts will be made to respond to timely requests for assistance. People needing language assistance or ADA accommodations may request assistance by contacting CTDOT’s Language Assistance Line at (860) 594-2109 at least five (5) business days prior to the meeting. People with a hearing and/or speech disability may dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) and instruct the operator to contact (860) 594-2243.
Parking is available in the rear of the building. The meeting facility is ADA accessible, and persons with disabilities can access the building from the main entrance of the building.
STIP documents can be found at portal.ct.gov/STIP, at CTDOT Headquarters, and at all Councils of Government offices. It is suggested to schedule an appointment at these locations. To make an appointment at CTDOT, please call (860) 594-2040.
The draft STIP will be available for review for a 30-day public comment period from Wednesday, May 13, 2026, through Friday, June 12, 2026. Comments can be submitted to (860) 594-2020, DOT.STIPComments@ct.gov, or mailed to:
ATTN: Rose Etuka, 2800 Berlin Turnpike
P.O. Box 317546, Newington, CT 06131-7546
Please refer to the 2027-30 STIP in the correspondence.