http://www.gvftma.com/news/news_stories_list.aspx Check back often for the latest news and events. 0 http://www.gvftma.com/News/MCCC-to-Pilot-Transportation-Shuttle-Between-Campuses-for-Fall-2010-nwMFT_604.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/MCCC-to-Pilot-Transportation-Shuttle-Between-Campuses-for-Fall-2010-nwMFT_604.aspx FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Alana J. Mauger 215-641-6359Amauger@mc3.eduMCCC to Pilot Transportation Shuttle Between Campuses for Fall 2010Aug. 25, 2010, Blue Bell/Pottstown, Pa.—Montgomery County Community College will pilot a transportation shuttle program between its Central and West campuses during the fall 2010 semester, which begins on Sept. 1. The shuttle will enable students to travel back and forth between campuses for classes and activities. The shuttle pilot ties into the College’s Sustainability and Students Success initiatives. Since signing the American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment in 2007, the College has put into place policies and procedures that reduce its carbon footprint. The shuttle program has the potential to reduce vehicle usage by up to 3,900 miles daily if the bus operates each trip at full capacity.Most importantly, the shuttle program will enable students without other means of transportation to enroll in campus-specific courses to which they would otherwise not have access. For example, in the area of Health Sciences, programs such as Radiography and Surgical Technology are only available at the West Campus in Pottstown, while Nursing and Dental Hygiene programs are available only at the Central Campus in Blue Bell.The 12-14 passenger van will depart from each campus five times per day between 6:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, starting and ending at the College’s West Campus in Pottstown. On average, each run will take 45 to 50 minutes, with rush hour runs taking up to one hour. The vehicle is wheelchair accessible and is equipped with Wi-Fi.During the fall semester pilot, the College’s students can ride the shuttle free of charge. Students are strongly encouraged to reserve a seat one day in advance of using the service by visiting www.mc3.edu/campuslife/shuttle. Riders will be expected to observe shuttle etiquette guidelines provided by the College. They must also present a valid student ID and sign in before they board the shuttle. Upon boarding, riders will have the opportunity to reserve seats for their return trips. At this time, College employees are able to ride the shuttle on a space-available basis. The shuttle pilot is being managed by the Greater Valley Forge Transportation Management Association (GVFTMA) in coordination with TransNet Suburban Transit Network, Inc.The pilot will be evaluated throughout the fall semester to determine if it will be continued or expanded for the spring based on student and employee demand. If continued, a fee will be assessed to shuttle riders starting in spring 2011. 8/30/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Nighttime-Lane-Closures-Scheduled-This-Week-on-I-476-South-in-Montgomery-County-nwMFT_602.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Nighttime-Lane-Closures-Scheduled-This-Week-on-I-476-South-in-Montgomery-County-nwMFT_602.aspx Southbound lane closures will be in effect on Interstate 476 in Montgomery County on Wednesday and Thursday nights (Aug. 18-19) as workers relocate construction barriers and perform other work in preparation for shifting traffic later this month to the inside half of the southbound highway between the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s Mid-County Interchange (Exit 20) and the Interstate 76 Interchange (Exit 16), the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced today. From 10 p.m. Wednesday (Aug. 18) until 5 a.m. Thursday (Aug. 19), crews will close the “express lane”, which carries a single lane of southbound traffic on the northbound side of I-476 through the work zone, to build construction entrances that will be used during upcoming work on the inside half of southbound I-476.From 10 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 19) to 5 a.m. Friday (Aug. 20), the southbound “express lane” and one of two southbound lanes on the southbound side of I-476 will be closed, reducing I-476 south to a single lane through the construction area. The double-lane closure will allow crews to complete work on the construction entrances and other activities related to the upcoming traffic shift.Motorists are advised to expect delays and backups entering the work zone, especially on Thursday night when two southbound lanes are closed.The scheduled activities are weather dependent and may be postponed until the following night in the event of rain. Also scheduled for this week (Aug. 16-20), Chemical Road may be reduced to one lane in each direction at the I-476 overpass, located between Ridge Pike and Gallagher Road in Plymouth Township, on Monday through Thursday (Aug. 15-19) from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. the following morning. Flagger-controlled lane closures also may occur on Matsonford Road at the I-476 ramp overpasses near Ford Street in West Conshohocken Borough on Monday through Friday (Aug. 16-20) from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. the following morning. Crews at both the Chemical Road and Matsonford Road overpass locations will be removing protective shielding and completing other construction activities on the undersides of the I-476 ramp and bridge structures.This work is part of PennDOT's $71.7 million project to reconstruct 3.5 miles of I-476 between Exit 20 and Exit 16.For more information on the I-476 improvement project, visit www.476blueroute.com. 8/17/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Weekend-Travel-Restrictions-on-Route-202-in-West-Goshen-Township--Chester-County-for-Pavement-Replacement-nwMFT_600.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Weekend-Travel-Restrictions-on-Route-202-in-West-Goshen-Township--Chester-County-for-Pavement-Replacement-nwMFT_600.aspx Aug. 12, 2010 Weekend Travel Restrictions on Route 202 in West Goshen Township, Chester County for Pavement ReplacementKing of Prussia – Motorists will face travel restrictions this weekend (Aug. 13-16) when traveling on Route 202 between the Route 3 and Westtown Road interchanges in West Goshen Township, Chester County for ongoing road and ramp construction, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today. From 10 p.m. Friday (Aug. 13) to 5 a.m. Sunday (Aug. 15), northbound and southbound Route 202 will be reduced to one lane between Route 3 and Westtown Road for the replacement of deteriorated concrete pavement. In addition, the Route 202 South off-ramp to Route 3 (West Chester Pike) and the Route 3 (West Chester Pike) on-ramp to Route 202 South will be closed and detoured from 10 p.m. Friday (Aug. 13) to 5 a.m. Monday (Aug. 16) for the replacement of deteriorated concrete pavement. Drivers are advised to follow these posted detours:Route 202 South off-ramp to Route 3 (West Chester Pike): The posted detour will follow Route 202 South to the Westtown Road Exit, where drivers will turn left on Westtown Road and take it to the on-ramp to Route 202 North and then follow Route 202 North to the Route 3 (West Chester Pike) exit. Route 3 (West Chester Pike) on-ramp to Route 202 South: The posted detour will take Route 3 traffic north on Route 202 to the Paoli Pike exit, where drivers then will turn right on Paoli Pike and take it to the on-ramp to Route 202 South. PennDOT advises motorists to allow more time for travel along Route 202 during construction because backups will occur. This work is dependent on the weather.The road construction on Route 202 is part of PennDOT’s $19,377,081 project to rehabilitate and improve 4.3 miles of Route 202 between the Route 100 Interchange and High Street in Chester County. The project is funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.Allan A. Myers, LP of Worcester, Montgomery County is the general contractor on the federally-funded project, which is scheduled to finish in Dec. 2011.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out.Media contact: Gene Blaum, Assistant Press Secretary, 610-205-6800 8/12/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Nighttime-Restrictions-on-I-76-at-South-Street-Interchange-in-Philadelphia-for-Overhead-Bridge-Construction-by-City-of-Philadelphia-nwMFT_601.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Nighttime-Restrictions-on-I-76-at-South-Street-Interchange-in-Philadelphia-for-Overhead-Bridge-Construction-by-City-of-Philadelphia-nwMFT_601.aspx Nighttime Restrictions on I-76 at South Street Interchange in Philadelphia for Overhead Bridge Construction by City of PhiladelphiaKing of Prussia – Weeknight travel restrictions will be in effect on Interstate 76 at the South Street Interchange in Philadelphia for the next two weeks (Aug. 16-27) for overhead bridge construction by the City of Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today.Motorists traveling east on I-76 will be taken off the expressway at the South Street off-ramp and placed back on the eastbound expressway from the South Street on-ramp on Mondays through Fridays from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Westbound I-76 traffic will be reduced from two lanes to one during this time.In addition, the Walnut Street on-ramp to I-76 East will be closed and detoured Mondays through Fridays from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. over the next two weeks. Motorists will be detoured west on Walnut Street, left on 34th Street and University Avenue to the 34th Street on-ramp to I-76 East.Lane closures on westbound I-76 at South Street will not start until 11:00 p.m. on nights when the Phillies and Eagles play at the stadium complex in south Philadelphia.I-76 motorists are advised to allow additional time to travel through the construction area or use an alternate route because backups will occur as crews perform painting, backfilling and shielding removal operations. The contractor’s schedule is dependent on the weather. This work is part of the City of Philadelphia’s $67 million project to construct the new South Street Bridge. PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on I-76 and other major highways before heading out.Media contact: Gene Blaum, Assistant Press Secretary, 610-205-6800 8/12/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Nighttime-Lane-Restrictions-to-Impact-Traffic-on-I-276-Starting-August-16--Contractor-will-close-lanes-Monday---Friday-between-Norristown-and-Bensalem-nwMFT_598.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Nighttime-Lane-Restrictions-to-Impact-Traffic-on-I-276-Starting-August-16--Contractor-will-close-lanes-Monday---Friday-between-Norristown-and-Bensalem-nwMFT_598.aspx The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission advises motorists traveling on I-276 between Norristown (Exit 333) and Bensalem (Exit #351) to stay alert for bi-directional intermittent single lane closures to begin at 8 p.m. Monday night, August 16. The nighttime work will be conducted eastbound and westbound Monday through Friday from 8 p.m. until 6 a.m. the following morning for two weeks staring August 16. Beginning the week of August 16 and 23 crews will be obtaining pavement core samples utilizing bi-directional right and left lane closures on I-276 between milepost 334 – 351. All work is weather permitting and the contractors schedule is subject to change. The Turnpike urges motorists to stay alert and travel at posted speed limits through work zones. Speed limits will be enforced and fines increased. Motorists are encouraged to plan their travel accordingly. For emergencies, dial *11 on your mobile phone. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is committed to distributing complete, accurate and consistent travel information and providing exceptional customer service. Visit the PA Turnpike website at www.paturnpike.com for project updates. Be in the know before you go and call 866.976.TRIP (866.976.8747). 8/11/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Orvilla-Road-to-Close-in-Towamencin-Township--Montgomery-County-nwMFT_599.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Orvilla-Road-to-Close-in-Towamencin-Township--Montgomery-County-nwMFT_599.aspx The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that Orvilla Road will be closed and detoured between Allentown Road and Welsh Road in Towamencin Township, Montgomery County beginning at 12 p.m. Wednesday, August 11, for roadway reconstruction. Orvilla Road will be closed for approximately two months.In conjuction with the closing of Orvilla Road, PennDOT will reopen Allentown Road between Orvilla Road and Keller Road at 12 p.m. tomorrow.During construction, Orvilla Road through traffic will be detoured over Allentown Road, Route 463 (Forty Foot Road), and Welsh Road. Local access will be maintained up to the construction zone. Motorists are advised to allow extra time when travel through the area.The closure of Orvilla Road is part of PennDOT’s $3.3 million project to realign and improve the intersection of Allentown, Troxel and Orvilla roads.PennDOT’s contractor has been working since April 2009 to realign Troxel Road to a new location so that it lines up with Orvilla Road at the intersection with Allentown Road. In addition, left turn lanes are being added on all four legs of the intersection; a westbound right turn lane is being added on Allentown Road; and new traffic signals will be installed at the intersection.Allentown Road carries approximately 14,000 vehicles a day through the intersections with Troxel and Orvilla roads, while the average daily traffic volume on Troxel Road at the intersection is 3,300 and Orvilla Road is 5,500. K.E. Siefert, Inc. of Langhorne, Bucks County, is the general contractor on the $3,274,932 project that is financed with 100 percent federal funds. The engineering design and property acquisition phases of the project were funded by Towamencin Township. Construction is scheduled to finish in September 2010. PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out. 8/11/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Pennsylvania-Turnpike-Commission-Approves-Construction-of-Route-29-All-Electronic-Interchange-nwMFT_597.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Pennsylvania-Turnpike-Commission-Approves-Construction-of-Route-29-All-Electronic-Interchange-nwMFT_597.aspx Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Approves Construction of Route 29 All-Electronic InterchangeConstruction of the E-ZPass-only facility to start in March 2011 with opening expected in late 2012.The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission announced today that it is moving ahead with the construction of an all-electronic interchange linking Route 29 with I-76 in Chester County. Located midway between the Downingtown exit (#312) and the Valley Forge exit (#326), the new facility will provide convenient access to and from such business parks as the Great Valley Corporate Center, the Commons at Great Valley, Atwater and business districts in Malvern and Paoli."The decision to move ahead to construction is a significant step that will enhance safety and convenience for thousands of Turnpike customers in the region traveling to and from work each day," said Turnpike Chief Executive Officer Joe Brimmeier. "In addition, the interchange will cut travel times for thousands of other regional commuters and help relieve overcrowding on local roads."Each day about 45,000 to 50,000 vehicles travel the 14-mile stretch of Turnpike between Downingtown and Valley Forge.The announcement was made at an event held this morning hosted by Senator Andrew Dinniman (D-19). He was joined by Pennsylvania Turnpike officials and other business and elected officials."The Route 29 interchange is crucial to the continued economic vitality of our region," Senator Dinniman said. "We are pleased that the Turnpike Commission has agreed to advance the project to construction and appreciate their commitment to move expeditiously to achieve the 2012 completion date."State Representative Duane Milne (R-167) also stated his support for the project. "I am delighted that a positive resolution has been reached and that this vital infrastructure enhancement will be completed in the near future. This transportation upgrade will prove a positive step for the quality of life in our area."State Representative Paul Drucker (D-157) added, "I am pleased the Route 29 interchange project is finally moving forward. It will ease congestion on local roads, reduce travel time for thousands of commuters and create jobs."Brimmeier said the interchange will reduce backups at the Valley Forge Interchange (#326), at the I-76/Route 202 interchange and on Route 202 itself, and will contribute to an overall decrease in traffic on Route 29 in the vicinity of Swedesford Road and Matthews Road, and on Route 401 and Phoenixville Pike, west of Route 29.Turnpike officials expect construction of the E-ZPass-only interchange will start in March 2011 with a late fall 2012 opening. The estimated $60 million project calls for bridges to be built over the Turnpike, over Yellow Springs Road, over Atwater Drive as well as construction of a culvert and several retaining walls. The construction area will cover one-half mile along the Turnpike in three separate Chester County municipalities: Charlestown Township, East Whiteland Township and Tredyffrin Township.In March 2009, the Turnpike shelved plans to build the interchange while it worked to resolve design issues with the widening and reconstruction of the adjoining six-mile Turnpike section to the east of Route 29, between Mileposts 320 and 326. Over the past 16 months, the Commission has worked closely with township officials, residents, interest groups and elected officials to address concerns they raised about the widening project – most notably storm-water management and noise walls."We believe sufficient progress has been made to enable us to proceed with the design of the Milepost 320 to 326 reconstruction and widening project and the construction of the Route 29 interchange," said Brimmeier.Serving as design consultant for the Route 29 interchange is STV Inc. of Douglassville, Pa. 8/9/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/I-476-Southbound-Lane-Closures-this-Weekend-in-Montgomery-County-For-Traffic-Pattern-Change-Between-Schuylkill-River-Bridge-and-I-76-nwMFT_596.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/I-476-Southbound-Lane-Closures-this-Weekend-in-Montgomery-County-For-Traffic-Pattern-Change-Between-Schuylkill-River-Bridge-and-I-76-nwMFT_596.aspx News for Immediate Release Aug. 5, 2010I-476 Southbound Lane Closures this Weekend in Montgomery County For Traffic Pattern Change Between Schuylkill River Bridge and I-76King of Prussia – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that overnight lane closures are scheduled this weekend (Aug. 7-8) on southbound Interstate 476 in Montgomery County to move two lanes of southbound traffic into a new pattern between the Schuylkill River Bridge (Pearl Harbor Memorial Bridge) and the Interstate 76 Interchange. The southbound side of I-476 will be reduced from two lanes to one from 8 p.m. Saturday (Aug. 7) to 11 a.m. Sunday (Aug. 8) for the relocation of barriers, eradication of traffic lines, painting of new lines and the shifting of two lanes of traffic over to the newly rebuilt outside half of the highway from the river bridge to the I-76 Interchange.From 10 p.m. Sunday (Aug. 8) to 5 a.m. Monday (Aug. 9), the southbound side of I-476 will be reduced from two lanes to one from the river bridge to I-76 for additional traffic line painting.In addition, the southbound I-476 “express lane”, which runs on the northbound side of I-476 from just south of the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s Mid-County Interchange to I-76, will be closed from 10 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 12) to 5 a.m. Friday (Aug. 13) for construction activity. Southbound I-476 motorists are advised to allow more time for travel because backups and delays are expected to occur during the overnight operations. This work is part of PennDOT’s $71.7 million project to reconstruct 3.5 miles of I-476 from just south of the turnpike’s Mid-County Interchange to the I-76 Interchange in Plymouth Township, West Conshohocken Borough and Lower Merion Township. PennDOT’s contractor has been working since March 2010 to rebuild the outside half of southbound I-476. Allan A. Myers, Inc. of Worcester, Montgomery County, is the general contractor on the project which is financed with 100 percent federal funds. For more information, visit www.476blueroute.com.PennDOT reminds motorists to log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on I-476 and other major highways before heading out. Media contact: Gene Blaum, Assistant Press Secretary, 610-205-6800 8/6/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Weeknight-Lane-Closures-on-I-76-at-South-Street-Interchange-in-Philadelphia-for-Three-Weeks-for-Overhead-Bridge-Construction-by-City-of-Philadelphia-nwMFT_595.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Weeknight-Lane-Closures-on-I-76-at-South-Street-Interchange-in-Philadelphia-for-Three-Weeks-for-Overhead-Bridge-Construction-by-City-of-Philadelphia-nwMFT_595.aspx News for Immediate ReleaseAug. 4, 2010Weeknight Lane Closures on I-76 at South Street Interchange in Philadelphia for Three Weeks for Overhead Bridge Construction by City of PhiladelphiaKing of Prussia – Weeknight lane closures are scheduled on Interstate 76 at the South Street Interchange in Philadelphia for three weeks beginning Monday (Aug. 9) for overhead bridge construction by the City of Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today.Eastbound and westbound I-76 will be reduced from two lanes to one at the South Street Interchange on Mondays through Fridays from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Intermittent 15-minute traffic stoppages also may occur each morning from midnight to 5 a.m. The restrictions will be in place the weeks of Aug. 9-16; Aug. 16-20; and Aug. 23-27. Over these next three weeks, lane closures on westbound I-76 at South Street will not start until 11:00 p.m. on nights when the Phillies and Eagles play at the stadium complex in south Philadelphia.I-76 motorists are advised to allow additional time to travel through the construction area or use an alternate route because backups will occur. The contractor’s schedule is dependent on the weather. This operation is part of the City of Philadelphia’s $67 million project to construct the new South Street Bridge. PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on I-76 and other major highways before heading out.Media contact: Gene Blaum, Assistant Press Secretary, 610-205-6800 8/4/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Weeknight-and-Weekend-Lane-and-Ramp-Restrictions-on-Route-202-in-West-Goshen-Township--Chester-County-for-Pavement-Replacement-nwMFT_594.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Weeknight-and-Weekend-Lane-and-Ramp-Restrictions-on-Route-202-in-West-Goshen-Township--Chester-County-for-Pavement-Replacement-nwMFT_594.aspx News for Immediate Release Aug. 3, 2010 Weeknight and Weekend Lane and Ramp Restrictions on Route 202 in West Goshen Township, Chester County for Pavement ReplacementKing of Prussia – Drivers will encounter weeknight and weekend travel restrictions on Route 202 between the Route 3 (West Chester Pike) and Westtown Road interchanges in West Goshen Township, Chester County this week, plus the weekend closure of two ramps at the Route 202/Route 3 interchange, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced today.On Wednesday and Thursday (Aug. 4-5) from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., northbound and southbound Route 202 will be reduced to one lane between Route 3 (West Chester Pike) and Westtown Road for saw cutting deteriorated sections of concrete pavement.Then from 10 p.m. Friday (Aug. 6) to 5 a.m. Sunday (Aug. 8), northbound and southbound Route 202 will be restricted to one lane between Route 3 (West Chester Pike) and Westtown Road for the removal and replacement of concrete pavement. In addition, the Route 202 North off-ramp to Route 3 (West Chester Pike) and the Route 3 (West Chester Pike) on-ramp to Route 202 South will be closed and detoured from 10 p.m. Friday (Aug. 6) to 5 a.m. Monday (Aug. 9) for the replacement of deteriorated concrete pavement. Drivers are advised to follow these posted detours:Route 202 North off-ramp to Route 3 (West Chester Pike): The posted detour will follow Route 202 North to the Paoli Pike Exit, where drivers will turn right on Paoli Pike and take it to the on-ramp to Route 202 South, and then take Route 202 South to the Route 3 (West Chester Pike) exit. Route 3 (West Chester Pike) on-ramp to Route 202 South: The posted detour will take Route 3 traffic north on Route 202 to the Paoli Pike exit, where drivers then will turn right on Paoli Pike and take it to the on-ramp to Route 202 South. PennDOT advises motorists to allow more time for travel along Route 202 during construction because backups will occur. This work is weather dependent.The road construction on Route 202 is part of PennDOT’s $19,377,081 project to rehabilitate and improve 4.3 miles of Route 202 between the Route 100 Interchange and High Street in Chester County. The project is funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.Allan A. Myers, LP of Worcester, Montgomery County is the general contractor on the federally-funded project, which is scheduled to finish in Dec. 2011.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out.Media contact: Gene Blaum, Assistant Press Secretary, 610-205-6800 8/3/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Nighttime-Travel-Restrictions-Scheduled-on-Route-202-at-Hancock-Road-in-Upper-Gwynedd-and-Lower-Gwynedd-Townships--Montgomery-County-nwMFT_592.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Nighttime-Travel-Restrictions-Scheduled-on-Route-202-at-Hancock-Road-in-Upper-Gwynedd-and-Lower-Gwynedd-Townships--Montgomery-County-nwMFT_592.aspx Route 202 (DeKalb Pike) in Upper and Lower Gwynedd townships, Montgomery County, will be restricted to one lane of traffic with intermittent stoppages on Tuesday through Friday nights (Aug. 3-6) for construction at the Hancock Road intersection, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today.Flaggers will direct a single-lane of Route 202 traffic through the work area, which is located between the intersections of Route 63 (Welsh Road) and Sumneytown Pike, on Tuesday through Friday (Aug. 3-6) from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. the following morning. Route 202 motorists also will face intermittent 15-minute traffic stoppages during the overnight operation. Significant delays are likely, and motorists are advised to add extra time for travel through the work zone, or to avoid the area if possible during construction.The restrictions will allow crews to excavate rock for the installation of new, underground drainage pipes and inlets. This work is part of the $17.7 million project to widen and improve two miles of Route 202 (DeKalb Pike) from Swedesford Road to Route 309, and to connect Route 202 (DeKalb Pike) with the new Route 202 Parkway, which also is under construction.Daytime single-lane travel restrictions also will be in place on Route 202 (DeKalb Pike) at the same location weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.All planned operations are weather permitting.For more information, please visit www.us202-700.com.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out. 7/30/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Northbound-I-95-Down-to-One-Lane-Sunday-for-Inspection-of-Girard-Point-Bridge-nwMFT_593.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Northbound-I-95-Down-to-One-Lane-Sunday-for-Inspection-of-Girard-Point-Bridge-nwMFT_593.aspx Northbound Interstate 95 will be reduced to one lane on the Girard Point Bridge in Philadelphia on Sunday (Aug. 1) from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a bridge inspection, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today. Motorists traveling north on I-95 in this area are advised to allow additional travel time or use an alternate route because traffic backups will occur.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on I-95 and other major highways before heading out.For additional information on PennDOT and I-95, visit www.dot.state.pa.us and www.95revive.com. 7/30/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/astbound-I-76-Right-Lane-to-Close-at-Night-between-I-676-and-Walnut-Street-in-Philadelphia-Next-Week-nwMFT_590.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/astbound-I-76-Right-Lane-to-Close-at-Night-between-I-676-and-Walnut-Street-in-Philadelphia-Next-Week-nwMFT_590.aspx The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced the right lane on eastbound Interstate 76 will be closed between Interstate 676 and Walnut Street in Philadelphia on Monday through Thursday nights (August 2-5) from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. for overhead construction by MECO Constructors, Inc.Crews will work next week to install concrete barriers for the new IRS building that is being constructed at 30th Street and Market Street. The barriers will be secured from under 30th Street.Motorists are advised to allow extra time when traveling through the area as backup will occur.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out.For more information, visit www.dot.state.pa.us/district6 or call 610.205.6700. 7/29/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Eastbound-Tyburn-Road-over-Warner-Road-to-Remain-Closed-to-Traffic--nwMFT_591.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Eastbound-Tyburn-Road-over-Warner-Road-to-Remain-Closed-to-Traffic--nwMFT_591.aspx The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that eastbound Tyburn Road is closed at the bridge over Warner Company Road due to bridge deck damage. A posted detour takes eastbound Tyburn Road motorists over Route 13, Route 1 and Pennsylvania Avenue. Eastbound Tyburn Road remains open to local traffic up to the bridge.PennDOT opened Tyburn Road to one lane of eastbound and westbound traffic between Route 13 and Pennsylvania Avenue on July 22. Eastbound Tyburn Road was closed to traffic on February 12, 2010 due to structural damage with the concrete deck on the bridge over Amtrak.PennDOT is currently working on a $12.4 million project to rehabilitate five bridges on Tyburn Road. The bridges being repaired span Newbold Road, Old Tyburn Road, Warner Company Road, Conrail, and Pennsylvania Avenue. The bridge over Amtrak, which is presently closed to eastbound traffic, will be rebuilt under a separate contract.“We worked since last May to reopen eastbound Tyburn Road to traffic by reconstructing shoulders to accommodate traffic,” PennDOT District Executive Lester C. Toaso. “But a hole developed yesterday on the shoulder of the bridge deck over Warner Company Road that prevents us from safely running traffic over it.”The Tyburn Road Bridge over Warner Company Road was built in 1955. The three-span, steel I-beam structure is 129 feet long and 82 feet wide. It carries 6,270 vehicles a day.Neshaminy Constructors, Inc. of Feasterville, Pa. is the general contractor on the project that is financed with 100 percent state funds. The work is expected to be finished by October 17, 2011PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out.For more information, visit www.dot.state.pa.us/district6 or call 610.205.6700. 7/29/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Ramp-Closures-This-Weekend-at-Route-202-Westtown-Road-Interchange-in-West-Goshen-Township--Chester-County-for-Pavement-Repairs-nwMFT_586.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Ramp-Closures-This-Weekend-at-Route-202-Westtown-Road-Interchange-in-West-Goshen-Township--Chester-County-for-Pavement-Repairs-nwMFT_586.aspx News for Immediate Release July 27, 2010 Ramp Closures This Weekend at Route 202/Westtown Road Interchange in West Goshen Township, Chester County for Pavement RepairsRoute 202 North Traffic Also Restricted to One Lane This WeekendKing of Prussia – Motorists traveling on Route 202 in West Goshen Township, Chester County will face ramp and lane closures this weekend for the ongoing $19.3 million project to improve Route 202 between the Route 100 and High Street interchanges, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced today.From 10 p.m. Friday (July 30) to 5 a.m. Monday (Aug. 2), the Westtown Road on-ramp to Route 202 North and the Route 202 South off-ramp to Westtown Road will be closed and detoured for the removal and replacement of deteriorated concrete pavement. Motorists are advised to follow the posted detours:Westtown Road on-ramp to Route 202 North : The posted detour will follow Westtown Road to Route 3 East (Market Street) to Paoli Pike to Route 202 North.Route 202 South off-ramp to Westtown Road: The posted detour will take southbound Route 202 traffic to the Skiles Boulevard jug handle, where drivers will then turn left to get on Route 202 North and follow Route 202 North to the Westtown Road off-ramp. In addition, from 10 p.m. Friday (July 30) to 5 a.m. Sunday (Aug. 1), northbound Route 202 will be reduced to one lane between Westtown Road and Paoli Pike for concrete patching.PennDOT advises drivers to allow additional time for travel along Route 202 during construction because backups will occur. These operations are weather dependent.The road construction on Route 202 is part of PennDOT’s $19,377,081 project to rehabilitate and improve 4.3 miles of Route 202 between the Route 100 Interchange and High Street in Chester County. The project is funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.Allan A. Myers, LP of Worcester, Montgomery County is the general contractor on the federally-funded project, which is scheduled to finish in Dec. 2011.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out.Media contact: Gene Blaum, Assistant Press Secretary, 610-205-6800 7/27/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Intersection-Roadwork-nwMFT_587.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Intersection-Roadwork-nwMFT_587.aspx Intersection Roadwork:Nighttime roadwork will be conducted at the intersection of Ridge Pike, Eagleville Road and Parklane Drive in Lower Providence Township from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. weekdays, from July 27 through August 10, 2010. 7/27/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Lane-Restriction-Scheduled-on-I-76-in-Philadelphia-for-a-Bridge-Inspection-nwMFT_588.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Lane-Restriction-Scheduled-on-I-76-in-Philadelphia-for-a-Bridge-Inspection-nwMFT_588.aspx News for Immediate ReleaseJuly 27, 2010Lane Restriction Scheduled on I-76 in Philadelphia for a Bridge InspectionKing of Prussia – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that the right lane will be closed on eastbound Interstate 76 between South Street and Interstate 676 in Philadelphia on Saturday (July 31) from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a bridge inspection. PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out.For more information, visit www.dot.state.pa.us/district6 or call 610.205.6700.Media contact: Charles Metzger, PennDOT Community Relations Coordinator, 610.205.6801. 7/27/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/I-76-Reduced-To-One-Lane-In-Each-Direction-For-Swing-Gate-Repair-nwMFT_589.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/I-76-Reduced-To-One-Lane-In-Each-Direction-For-Swing-Gate-Repair-nwMFT_589.aspx News for Immediate ReleaseJuly 27, 2010I-76 Reduced To One Lane In Each Direction For Swing Gate RepairKING OF PRUSSIA, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that the left lane on eastbound and westbound Interstate 76 will be closed between the Conshohocken and Gladwyne interchanges Wednesday (July 28) from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on for repairs to the emergency swing gate. PennDOT advises motorists to plan accordingly when traveling on I-76 during this operation because backups will occur when traffic is reduced to one lane each direction. PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on I-76 and other major highways before heading out.For more information, visit www.dot.state.pa.us/district6 or call 610.205.6700.Media contact: Charles Metzger, PennDOT Community Relations Coordinator, 610.205.6801. 7/27/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Daytime-and-Nighttime-Lane-Closures-Scheduled-on-Route-1-Twin-Bridges-in-Philadelphia-Next-Week--nwMFT_585.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Daytime-and-Nighttime-Lane-Closures-Scheduled-on-Route-1-Twin-Bridges-in-Philadelphia-Next-Week--nwMFT_585.aspx News for Immediate ReleaseJuly 22, 2010Daytime and Nighttime Lane Closures Scheduled on Route 1 Twin Bridges in Philadelphia Next Week King of Prussia – Motorists traveling on the Route 1(Roosevelt Expressway) Twin Bridges over the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia will face daytime and nighttime lane closures next week (July 26-30) for bridge construction, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said today. One lane will be closed on the northbound Route 1 Bridge on Monday through Friday (July 26-30) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. for bridge deck demolition. On the southbound Route 1 Bridge, one lane will be closed Monday through Friday (July 26-30) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Monday through Thursday (July 26-29) from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. for bridge deck demolition. The southbound Route 1 Bridge will be reduced from three lanes to one from 8 p.m. Friday, July 30 to 5 a.m. Saturday, July 31 for the pouring of a new concrete barrier.Motorists are advised to allow extra time when traveling on the Route 1 bridges because traffic slowdowns will occur. The work is part of PennDOT’s $10.7 million project to rehabilitate the deck, superstructure and substructure of the Route 1 Twin Bridges over the Schuylkill River. This project is financed with federal funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).Buckley and Company, Inc. of Philadelphia is the general contractor on the $10,760,387 project. Construction is expected to finish by February 2011.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out. For more PennDOT information, visit www.dot.state.pa.us.Media contact: Gene Blaum, Assistant Press Secretary, 610.205.6800 7/23/2010 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/CELEBRATING-20-YEARS--GVF-PROUD-TO-PARTNER-WITH-TREDYFFRIN-TOWNSHIP-nwMFT_583.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/CELEBRATING-20-YEARS--GVF-PROUD-TO-PARTNER-WITH-TREDYFFRIN-TOWNSHIP-nwMFT_583.aspx FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 7/20/10CONTACT: Carissa Bobenchik610-354-8899http://cbobenchik@gvftma.com CELEBRATING 20 YEARS, GVF PROUD TO PARTNER WITH TREDYFFRIN TOWNSHIPKing of Prussia, PA – Since its founding in 1990, GVF has worked diligently with area municipalities, large corporations, colleges and universities, as well as local and state agencies throughout Chester and Montgomery Counties, to increase mobility and decrease congestion throughout the region. GVF would not be able to make the impact it has had on the region without the help and support of its longstanding partners. Therefore, as GVF celebrates its 20th year of service, GVF staff wants to take this opportunity to recognize Tredyffrin Township and Mimi Gleason, Tredyffrin Township Manager. “GVF helps Tredyffrin Township stay informed about transportation projects and alternatives, funding opportunities, and lessons learned from other partners and regions. GVF also provides a forum for Tredyffrin to work together with others in the public and private sectors towards sustainable transportation solutions in this part of the Philadelphia region, which impact the economic climate for our businesses and the quality of life for our residents,” said Tredyffrin Township Manager Mimi Gleason. During the past 20 years, GVF has worked closely with Tredyffrin Township on: · US 202 Section 300· Section 400· Paoli Transportation Center Task Force· PA Turnpike Design Roundtable"Tredyffrin Township was on the forefront in establishing GVF, the first transportation management association (TMA), in the commonwealth and continues to lead in our field today. It's been a wonderful relationship over our twenty years as Tredyffrin Township has and continues to be a leader on smart growth, sustainability and planning for their residents’ future," said Rob Henry, Executive Director of GVF. GVF is a transportation management association based in King of Prussia that offers a forum in which the business community and municipal, county and state officials can collectively work on transportation issues affecting the Greater Valley Forge area. A goal of GVF is to enhance mobility and safety through the reduction of congestion and pollution. GVF helps to promote the area's orderly growth, sustain its quality of life and ensure its continued economic vitality.Throughout the past 20 years, GVF has been a driving force for a number of projects throughout the region, including: · PA 309 reconstruction project· More than 100,000 trips generated on GVF’s corporate and community shuttles· Partnered to install more than 150 bus shelters in the region· PA 73 reconstruction project· Partnered to establish the transportation center at the King of Prussia Mall· Continues to advocate to keep the region moving and growingGVF, a transportation management association celebrating 20 years of service to Chester and Montgomery Counties, is a not-for-profit membership organization that works to enhance mobility and safety through the reduction of congestion and pollution. GVF helps to promote the area's orderly growth, sustain its quality of life and ensure its continued economic vitality. To learn more about the benefits of partnership with GVF, contact Carissa Bobenchik at the information above or visit www.gvftma.com. For more information about GVF, visit www.gvftma.com. 7/20/2010 12:00:00 AM