Connecticut DOT unveils five-year Capital Plan

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Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) officials have unveiled the agency’s $9.7 billion five-year Capital Plan, indicating the guidance covers fiscal years 2021-2025.

The plan incorporates capital investments in the state’s multi-modal transportation network that include repairs and upgrades spanning all modes of transportation – such as highways and bridges, public transportation, bicycle and pedestrian amenities in addition to state facilities.

“Ongoing maintenance and up-keep of our existing infrastructure, combined with strategic, thoughtful investment in projects that reduce congestion, improve mobility and efficiency, and minimize our environmental impacts are critical to keep Connecticut moving forward and competitive in the future,” DOT Commissioner Joe Giulietti said. “Our five-year plan demonstrates our commitment to responsible stewardship of our existing transportation network, while targeting much needed upgrades to our roads and bridges, our growing transit system, and healthier, eco-friendly, non-motorized options.”

The plan calls for utilization of $2.1 billion in total capital program funding in federal fiscal year 2021, including approximately $800 million for bus and rail assets and $1.3 billion for highway and bridge infrastructure.

Additionally, over the five-year plan, $5.9 billion has been earmarked for highway and bridge projects, $3.5 billion dedicated to public transportation, and $245 million for facilities.

“As we roll out our program, we will remain focused on delivering projects on time and on budget,” Giulietti said. “But we cannot lose sight of the fact that long-term funding for continued critical investments in our transportation infrastructure is very much uncertain.”