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The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has announced a virtual public information meeting to discuss the replacement of Bridge No. 06680 on Route 219 over an unnamed brook in Granby. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. and will be held via Zoom. Registration is required for participation.

The purpose of the meeting is to give the public and local community a chance to provide comments or ask questions about the proposed project. Following the presentation, there will be a question and answer session which will also be recorded. For details on how to access the meeting or submit feedback, visit https://portal.ct.gov/DOTGranby55-148.

Connecticut Department of Transportation Project Manager Francisco Fadul explained that “the project upgrades the bridge with a new box culvert, headwalls, and wingwalls—improving fish passage and better controlling water flow.” He encouraged public attendance to ensure community feedback is incorporated into the design.

The proposed project includes temporary construction easements on properties north and south of the bridge, with an anticipated drainage right of way on adjacent state-owned property.

Construction is projected to begin in spring 2027 with an estimated cost of $2.1 million. Funding comprises 80% Federal funds and 20% State funds.

For those without internet access, participation is possible by calling (877) 853-5257 using Meeting ID 871 4488 1296. Individuals with hearing or speech disabilities can use Telecommunications Relay Services by dialing 711. Additionally, those without internet access may request mailed project information by contacting Isuf Vlashi at Isuf.Vlashi@ct.gov or by phone at 860-594-3389 within one week.

Language assistance requests should be directed to the CTDOT Language Assistance Call Line at (860) 594-2109 at least five business days before the meeting. These services are provided free of charge.

The meeting will also stream live on the CTDOT YouTube Channel without requiring registration. Non-English closed captioning will be available both on Zoom and YouTube platforms. The recording will be posted shortly after in CTDOT's virtual public meetings archive at portal.ct.gov/ctdotVPIMarchive.

Public comments and questions can be submitted during a two-week period following the meeting until Thursday, April 3, 2025. Submissions should reference Project No. 0055-0148 and can be sent via email to DOTProject0055-0148@ct.gov or Project Manager Francisco.Fadul@ct.gov; alternatively, comments can be made by phone at either number: 860-594-2020 or Francisco Fadul's direct line at 860-594-2078.