http://www.gvftma.com/news/news_stories_list.aspx Check back often for the latest news and events. 0 http://www.gvftma.com/News/Aqua-PA-to-Close-Old-Lancaster-Road-Weekdays-in-Tredyffrin-Township-for-Water-Main-Replacement-nwMFT_891.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Aqua-PA-to-Close-Old-Lancaster-Road-Weekdays-in-Tredyffrin-Township-for-Water-Main-Replacement-nwMFT_891.aspx KING OF PRUSSIAAqua PA will close Old Lancaster Road between Route 30 (Lancaster Avenue) and Conestoga Road in Tredyffrin Township, Chester County, on weekdays beginning Monday, Feb. 20 through May 31, for the replacement of a water main, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said today.Old Lancaster Road will be closed Mondays through Fridays from 7:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Traffic will be detoured on Route 30 (Lancaster Avenue), Old Lancaster Road and Howellville Road.Aqua PA will work on the state highway to replace the water main under a PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permit.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to www.511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out.Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAPhilly.For more information, visit www.dot.state.pa.us/district6 or call 610.205.6700. 2/3/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Aqua-Pennsylvania-to-Restrict-Wynnewood-Road-in-Lower-Merion-Township-for-Water-Main-Replacement-nwMFT_892.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Aqua-Pennsylvania-to-Restrict-Wynnewood-Road-in-Lower-Merion-Township-for-Water-Main-Replacement-nwMFT_892.aspx KING OF PRUSSIAAqua Pennsylvania will restrict Wynnewood Road at East Spring Street in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County on Tuesday through Thursday (Feb. 7-10) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for water main installation, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced.Aqua Pennsylvania will complete the work under a PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permit.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to www.511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out.Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAPhilly.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. 2/3/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Weekday-Lane-Restrictions-on-Conestoga-Road-in-Tredyffrin-Township-for-Water-Main-Replacement-nwMFT_893.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Weekday-Lane-Restrictions-on-Conestoga-Road-in-Tredyffrin-Township-for-Water-Main-Replacement-nwMFT_893.aspx KING OF PRUSSIAAqua PA will restrict traffic to one lane on Conestoga Road between Old Lancaster Road and Old State Road in Tredyffrin Township, Chester County, beginning Monday, Feb. 6 through May 31, for the replacement of a water main, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said today.Lane restrictions will be in place Mondays through Fridays from 7:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Aqua PA will work on the state highway to replace the water main under a PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permit.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to www.511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out.Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAPhilly.For more information, visit www.dot.state.pa.us/district6 or call 610.205.6700. 2/3/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Whitehall-Road-to-Close-Feb.-20-in-East-Norriton-Township--Montgomery-County-for-Bridge-Rehabilitation-nwMFT_890.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Whitehall-Road-to-Close-Feb.-20-in-East-Norriton-Township--Montgomery-County-for-Bridge-Rehabilitation-nwMFT_890.aspx King of Prussia– Whitehall Road will be closed and detoured for six months starting Monday, Feb. 20 between Sandra Lane and Stonybrook Drive for the rehabilitation for the bridge over Stony Creek in East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) said today.Whitehall Road through traffic will be detoured over Main Street, North Park Avenue, and West Germantown Pike.  Local access will be maintained on Whitehall Road up to the construction area. Motorists are advised to allow extra time when traveling through the area.Under this project, PennDOT will repair the stone arch and side walls and resurface the bridge deck.  Work is expected to be completed in late August 2012.The two-span, pipe arch bridge was built in 1980.  It is 28 feet wide and 12 feet long.  The structure carries 5,271 vehicles a day.J.D. Eckman, Inc. of Atglen, Pa is the general contractor on the $7,394,127 project.  The project is financed with 100 percent state funds.This PennDOT bridge improvement contract also includes the rehabilitation of seven additional stone arch bridges with various construction dates through 2013: ·Ridge Avenue over Wissahickon Creek, Philadelphia;·Newportville Road over Neshaminy Creek, Bristol Township, Bucks County; ·Lewis Mill Road over Brandywine Creek, West Nantmeal Township, Chester County; ·Main Street over the Schuylkill River, Royersford Borough, Montgomery County/ Spring City Borough, Chester County (Completed);·Edges Mill Road over Branch Beaver Creek, Caln Township, Chester County (Completed);·Goshen Road over Darby Creek, Radnor Township, Delaware County (Completed);and·Limeklin Pike over Rock Creek, Cheltenham Township, Montgomery County (Completed).PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to www.511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on major highways before heading out.Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAPhilly.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. 2/2/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/GVF-Named-Gold-Level-Champion-and-Employer-by-the-Best-Workplaces-for-Commuters-nwMFT_888.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/GVF-Named-Gold-Level-Champion-and-Employer-by-the-Best-Workplaces-for-Commuters-nwMFT_888.aspx KING OF PRUSSIA, PA –  GVF is proud to be named a Gold Level Champion and Employer by the Best Workplaces for Commuters.Best Workplaces for Commuters, a program designed to encourage sustainable transportation innovation and managed by the University of South Florida’s National Center for Transit Research, singled out 15 companies, institutions and individuals nationwide on Thursday, January 26 during the annual “Race to Excellence” Virtual Awards Ceremony.  The awards recognize organizations who have taken exemplary steps to offer transportation options such as vanpool and transit benefits or telework and compressed workweek for their employees.“GVF is honored to be recognized as a Best Workplaces for Commuters at the gold level. Last year, we received recognition as a supporter and this year we are honored to be recognized as a Gold Level employer.  This is what we preach to our partners and we’re extremely pleased to say we offer these types of amenities so come and join us in making a difference,” said Rob Henry, Executive Director of GVF.Other companies that were recipients of the Gold Level include: ·Bishop Ranch Transportation Association (San Ramon, CA)·Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN)·State of Arizona (Phoenix, AZ)·Tindale-Oliver & Associates (Tampa, FL)For more information about the Best Workplaces for Commuters program, visit http://www.bestworkplaces.org/.If your organization is interested in becoming a Best Places for Commuters, contact GVF.  We can work with your organization to create a commuting program which saves money, reduces stress and improves the environment.Founded in 1990, GVF is a not-for-profit organization created to advocate and promote a viable transportation network for the region’s economic vitality. To maximize awareness and develop sustainable support, we partner with public and private entities.GVF's mission is to achieve a desirable quality of life and a healthy, competitive economic environment by developing multi-faceted transportation strategies.For more information about GVF or to learn about the benefits of partnership, visit www.gvftma.com. 2/1/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Transportation-News--Medal-of-Honor-Grove-Highway-Dedication-nwMFT_889.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Transportation-News--Medal-of-Honor-Grove-Highway-Dedication-nwMFT_889.aspx Dedication ceremony for a section of Route 23 known as the Medal of Honor Grove Highway held on December 15 2011, at the Freedom's Foundation in Valley Forge. Unanimously passed by the House and Senate, the legislation was recently signed into law as Act 80 of 2011 by Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett.Music: "Wallpaper" by Kevin MacLeod 2/1/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/GVF-Welcomes-New-Partner-King-Limousine-and-Transportation-Service--Inc.-nwMFT_887.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/GVF-Welcomes-New-Partner-King-Limousine-and-Transportation-Service--Inc.-nwMFT_887.aspx KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. – GVF is pleased to announce that King Limousine and Transportation Service, a privately held transportation company based in King of Prussia, has joined GVF’s 100-plus partners dedicated to decreasing congestion and increasing mobility throughout the region.“As a company based in King of Prussia for nearly 30 years, we look forward to partnering with GVF and providing dependable transportation to their long list of local and regional partners,” said Sales Manager Steve Ross.King Limousine and Transportation Service is one of the largest full-service transportation companies in the nation. They provide daily shuttle as well as parking lot service for hotels, apartment complexes and corporate parks. Additionally, King Limousine and Transportation Service provides services for group moves, special events and airport transportation with their fleet of sedans, limousines, vans, mini buses, luxury mini buses and Mercedes Sprinter buses. For more information about their fleet and services offered, visit www.kinglimousine.com.“GVF is very excited to be partnering with King Limousine and Transportation service so that we can both work together to reduce congestion throughout the region,” said GVF Executive Director Rob Henry.Founded in 1990, GVF is a not-for-profit organization created to advocate and promote a viable transportation network for the region’s economic vitality. To maximize awareness and develop sustainable support, we partner with public and private entities.GVF's mission is to achieve a desirable quality of life and a healthy, competitive economic environment by developing multi-faceted transportation strategies.  For more information about GVF or to learn about the benefits of partnership, visit www.gvftma.com.  1/31/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Aqua-Pennsylvania-to-Restrict-Route-30-in-Lower-Merion-Township-for-Water-Main-Replacement-nwMFT_884.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Aqua-Pennsylvania-to-Restrict-Route-30-in-Lower-Merion-Township-for-Water-Main-Replacement-nwMFT_884.aspx KING OF PRUSSIAAqua Pennsylvania will close one lane on westbound Route 30 (Lancaster Avenue) between County Line Road and Haverford Station Road in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, on Monday through Wednesday (Jan. 30-Feb. 1) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for water main replacement, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced.Aqua Pennsylvania will complete the work under a PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permit.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.Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAPhilly.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. 1/26/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/New-Saturday-Rambler-Service-Starts-This-Weekend-in-Upper-Merion-Township-nwMFT_885.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/New-Saturday-Rambler-Service-Starts-This-Weekend-in-Upper-Merion-Township-nwMFT_885.aspx KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. –The Upper Merion Rambler, a shuttle service provided by the Township, will feature two new changes this year.Beginning this Saturday, January 28, 2012, the Ramblers will provide Saturday service in addition to the current Monday through Friday schedule. For a full schedule,  list of stops and fare information, click here. The Rambler will also feature a new design and “look” so that it is easily recognizable to riders (see photo below). The Rambler is a fixed-route shuttle system that provides transportation throughout Upper Merion Township. The two 20-passenger vehicles, which are fully handicapped accessible, run from 9 a.m. to noon then from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Ramblers provide service to a variety of locations throughout the King of Prussia area, including residential neighborhoods, medical buildings and retail locations. “We hope the new look of the Rambler, along with the additional service on Saturdays, will be beneficial to all current riders and attract new riders as well,” said Judy Vicchio, Assistant Township Manager. GVF has managed the Rambler service since its inception in 1999. For any questions about the service, contact Carissa Bobenchik at the information listed above. Founded in 1990, GVF is a not-for-profit organization created to advocate and promote a viable transportation network for the region’s economic vitality. To maximize awareness and develop sustainable support, we partner with public and private entities.GVF's mission is to achieve a desirable quality of life and a healthy, competitive economic environment by developing multi-faceted transportation strategies.  For more information about GVF or to learn about the benefits of partnership, visit www.gvftma.com.  1/26/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Examples-of-Successful-Design--Schuylkill-River-Trail-Opening-in-Spring-City-nwMFT_883.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Examples-of-Successful-Design--Schuylkill-River-Trail-Opening-in-Spring-City-nwMFT_883.aspx This past fall, GVF had the oppurtunity to attend the opening of the Schuykill River Trail in Spring City, Pennsylvania. The Schuylkill River Trail is a multi-use trail in Southeastern Pennsylvania with a projected length of almost 130 miles when totally completed. The 5.6-mile section in Spring City opened in October and will eventually connect the multi-use trail system with the rest of the region.Music: "Feelin Good" by Kevin MacLeod  1/25/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/I-76-Eastbound-Daytime-Lane-Closure-Next-Week-in-Montgomery-County-for-Rock-Removal-nwMFT_882.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/I-76-Eastbound-Daytime-Lane-Closure-Next-Week-in-Montgomery-County-for-Rock-Removal-nwMFT_882.aspx Motorists Advised to Use Alternate Route or Allow More Time for TravelKING OF PRUSSIAEastbound Interstate 76 will be reduced from two lanes to one about one mile east of the Conshohocken Interchange (Exit 331) in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County on Monday through Thursday (Jan. 23-26) from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the removal of rocks from the highway’s embankment, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today.PennDOT advises motorists to use an alternate route or allow additional time for traveling east on I-76 because backups will occur during this operation.As a preventative maintenance procedure, crews will remove rocks from the embankment at this location along eastbound I-76, which was the scene of a severe rock slide last September during an early morning torrential rainstorm.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. Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAPhilly. 1/20/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Partners-in-Sustainability--King-of-Prussia-Mall-nwMFT_880.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Partners-in-Sustainability--King-of-Prussia-Mall-nwMFT_880.aspx This past fall, the King of Prussia Mall installed two electric vehicle charging stations. These stations will be used by consumers to charge their electric vehicles while they shop. The chargers were installed by the San Diego based company, 350Green and for now, remain free to use.As an advocate of sustainability, GVF likes to highlight our partners who have gone above and beyond with their "green" initiatives.Music: "Sunshine" by Kevin MacLeod 1/18/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/GVF-Welcomes-New-Partner-KinderCare-nwMFT_879.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/GVF-Welcomes-New-Partner-KinderCare-nwMFT_879.aspx KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. – GVF is pleased to announce the KinderCare location in the Renaissance Business Center, King of Prussia, has joined GVF’s 100-plus partners dedicated to decreasing congestion and increasing mobility throughout the region.“We’re excited about becoming a partner with GVF.  We’re looking forward to incorporating new themes into lesson plans that encourage our children to think in new ways about their environment.  We believe that we can strongly encourage our families to become involved in supporting our efforts to improve the quality of life in the King of Prussia area,” said Annette Ryder, Director. KinderCare is the nation’s leading early childhood education and care provider and operates more than 1,600 community-based centers across the country, of which more than 600 are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs (NAC). Accreditation is awarded only to high-quality early childhood programs reviewed by a national commission comprised of recognized experts in child care and early childhood education. Locally, KinderCare has centers in King of Prussia, Radnor, and Valley Forge.For more information, visit www.KinderCare.com.“We are very excited to work with KinderCare. As a father, I know the importance of educating children as early as possible in order to improve our future.  We’re looking forward to working with KinderCare to help support their lesson plans and improve the quality of life in our region,” said GVF Executive Director Rob Henry.Founded in 1990, GVF is a not-for-profit organization created to advocate and promote a viable transportation network for the region’s economic vitality. To maximize awareness and develop sustainable support, we partner with public and private entities.GVF's mission is to achieve a desirable quality of life and a healthy, competitive economic environment by developing multi-faceted transportation strategies.  For more information about GVF or to learn about the benefits of partnership, visit www.gvftma.com. 1/17/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/GVF-and-KOP-BID-Collect-More-Than-450-Pounds-of-Food-for-Philabundance--nwMFT_875.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/GVF-and-KOP-BID-Collect-More-Than-450-Pounds-of-Food-for-Philabundance--nwMFT_875.aspx GVF and the King of Prussia Business Improvement District (KOP-BID), with the help of many local donors, collected more than 450 pounds of food for Philabundance this past holiday season. “On behalf of Philabundance, I want to thank GVF and King of Prussia Business Improvement District for holding a holiday food drive,” said Bill Clark, president and executive director of Philabundance. “The food they collected and donated will go a long way in providing more than 450 meals for people in need during a time when the need continues to grow.”In its first year collecting for Philabundance, the two organizations set a goal to collect at least 250 pounds of food to be distributed throughout the Delaware Valley. Both groups were thrilled to find out they collected 462 pounds. "We are fortunate to have a variety of individuals and businesses in King of Prussia and Valley Forge come together to help us help those in need,” said KOP-BID Executive Director Eric Goldstein. “Thank you to everyone for helping us exceed our goal!” GVF Executive Director Rob Henry added, “It’s always gratifying to see local business community members support such a great cause. In this difficult economic climate, it’s great to see the good in humanity as we all bonded together to help others in need.”For a photo of the collected food, click here. About PhilabundancePhilabundance reduces hunger and food insecurity in the Delaware Valley by providing food access to people in need in partnership with organizations and individuals. Philabundance provides a full plate of services through direct service programs and a network of close to 500 member agencies in nine counties. Philabundance serves approximately 65,000 people per week at a cost of 50 cents per meal. There are more than 900,000 people in the Delaware Valley who are at risk for chronic hunger and malnutrition. In 2010, Philabundance distributed 21 million pounds of food. For more information about Philabundance, visit www.philabundance.org or call 215-339-0900. Visit them on Facebook: Facebook.com/Philabundance and follow on Twitter: Twitter.com/Philabundance. About KOP-BIDKOP-BID was founded in 2010 as a 501(c) (3), private, not-for-profit organization under the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Neighborhood Improvement District legislation. KOP-BID officially began operations in January 2011 with overwhelming support from the 261 commercial property owners within its boundaries. For more information, visit www.kopbid.com. 1/13/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/PennDOT-Driver-License--Photo-Centers-Closed-Martin-Luther-King-Jr.-Day-nwMFT_876.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/PennDOT-Driver-License--Photo-Centers-Closed-Martin-Luther-King-Jr.-Day-nwMFT_876.aspx PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers Closed Martin Luther King Jr. DayDriver Licensing, Motor Vehicle Services Available OnlineKING OF PRUSSIAThe Pennsylvania Department of Transportation today announced that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, Jan. 14 through Monday, Jan. 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Customers may still obtain a variety of driver and vehicle products and services online through PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services website, www.dmv.state.pa.us. Driver and vehicle online services are available 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week and include driver’s license and photo ID renewals; vehicle registration renewals; driver-history services; changes of address; driver license and vehicle registration restoration letters; and exam scheduling. There are no additional fees for using online services.A complete listing of PennDOT driver and photo license center closings in 2012 is available on the website under “News, Stats and Facts.” PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions before heading out.Follow PennDOT on Twitter at www.twitter.com/PennDOTNews. 1/13/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/PennDOT-Invites-High-School-Students-to-Enter-Distracted-Driving-PSA-Contest-nwMFT_877.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/PennDOT-Invites-High-School-Students-to-Enter-Distracted-Driving-PSA-Contest-nwMFT_877.aspx Pennsylvania high school students are invited to enter a PennDOT contest aimed at discouraging distracted driving. Students can submit a 30-second radio public service announcement, or PSA, and the winning announcement will be professionally produced and sent to the student’s local media market.“We hope students will use this contest as an opportunity to learn about the very real dangers of distracted driving and never take safety for granted,” said PennDOT Secretary Barry J. Schoch. “Developing and recording these PSAs is a great way for students to share this important message with their peers and even their parents.”Distracted driving poses a serious safety risk to drivers of all ages, and particularly to relatively inexperienced drivers. According to PennDOT, in 2010 there were 14,294 crashes statewide involving drivers who were distracted or were using a hand-held cell phone. Approximately 37 percent of those crashes involved a driver who was 16 to 25 years old.To enter the contest, high school sophomores, juniors and seniors should submit recorded scripts in MP3 or MP4 format. Students may also submit written scripts. One finalist will be chosen from each of PennDOT’s 11 engineering districts. The winning students will be invited to travel to Harrisburg to have the PSA professionally recorded and then distributed to their local radio stations. Winning students from each PennDOT district will receive certificates and recorded copies of their PSAs. Entries may be submitted by email to RA-penndotpress@pa.gov. Students can also submit entries by mail to: PennDOT Press Office, c/o Erin Waters, 8th Floor-Keystone Building, 400 North St., Harrisburg, PA, 17120. Entries must be received or postmarked by March 23.Visit www.DriveSafePA.org for full contest rules. 1/13/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/SEPTA-Route-306-bus-service-to-be-permanently-discontinued--nwMFT_878.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/SEPTA-Route-306-bus-service-to-be-permanently-discontinued--nwMFT_878.aspx Due to low ridership and loss of funding from the U.S. Route 202 reconstruction project, Route 306 bus service will be permanently discontinued at the completion of the service day on Friday, January 20, 2012As an alternate, customers traveling from West Chester to points along Route 306 may use Route 92 toPaoli Train Station, then transfer to one of the following services:Route 204 | Eagleview to Paoli StationFor travel to Uptown Worthington and destinations along the U.S. 30 corridorRoute 205 | Phoenixville to Paoli Station or Route 206 | Great Valley Corporate Center to Paoli StationFor travel to destinations in the Great Valley Corporate CenterVisit www.septa.org for more information. 1/13/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Route-202-Night-Lane-Closures-Planned-in-West-Goshen-Township--Chester-County--nwMFT_874.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Route-202-Night-Lane-Closures-Planned-in-West-Goshen-Township--Chester-County--nwMFT_874.aspx Nighttime lane closures are scheduled on Route 202 between the Paoli Pike and Route 100 interchanges in West Goshen Township, Chester County on Monday through Friday (Jan. 9-13) from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. for the removal and installation of overhead sign structures, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced today. As part of this operation, the southbound Route 202 off-ramp to Paoli Pike will be closed from 8 p.m. Monday (Jan. 9) to 5 a.m. Tuesday (Jan. 10) for the removal of an overhead sign structure. The posted detour will take southbound Route 202 motorists to the Westtown Road exit, then left on Westtown Road, left at the on-ramp to Route 202 North and north on Route 202 to the Paoli Pike exit. PennDOT advises motorists to allow additional time for travel on this section of Route 202 during construction or use an alternate route because backups will occur.The sign structure work is part of PennDOT’s $19.3 million project to rehabilitate and resurface 4.3 miles of Route 202 between the Route 100 Interchange and High Street. Construction began in May 2010 and is scheduled to finish in May 2012.Allan A. Myers, LP of Worcester, Montgomery County is the general contractor on the $19,377,081 project that is financed with 100 percent federal ARRA funds.PennDOT reminds motorists they can log on to 511pa.com or call 511 from any phone to check traffic conditions on Route 202 and other major highways before heading out.For more PennDOT information, visit www.dot.state.pa.us. Follow local PennDOT information on Twitter at www.twitter.com/511PAPhilly. To learn more about improvement projects on Route 202, visit www.us202.com. 1/6/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/Upper-Merion-Township-Adds-Saturday-Service-and-Updates-Design-to-Community-Shuttle--nwMFT_871.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/Upper-Merion-Township-Adds-Saturday-Service-and-Updates-Design-to-Community-Shuttle--nwMFT_871.aspx The Upper Merion Rambler, a shuttle service provided by the Township, will feature two new changes this year. Beginning Saturday, January 28, 2012, the Ramblers will provide Saturday service in addition to the current Monday through Friday schedule. For a full schedule and list of stops, click here.The Rambler will also feature a new design and “look” so that it is easily recognizable to ridersThe Rambler is a fixed-route shuttle system that provides transportation throughout Upper Merion Township. The two 20-passenger vehicles, which are fully handicapped accessible, run from 9 a.m. to noon then from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Ramblers provide service to a variety of locations throughout the King of Prussia area, including residential neighborhoods, doctors’ offices and retail locations. “We hope the new look of the Rambler, along with the additional service on Saturdays, will be beneficial to all current riders and attract new riders as well,” said Judy Vicchio, Assistant Township Manager. GVF has managed the Rambler service since its inception in 1999. For any questions about the service, contact Carissa Bobenchik. 1/5/2012 12:00:00 AM http://www.gvftma.com/News/GVF-Welcomes-New-Partner-Bergmann-Associates-nwMFT_872.aspx http://www.gvftma.com/News/GVF-Welcomes-New-Partner-Bergmann-Associates-nwMFT_872.aspx GVF is pleased to announce that Bergmann Associates, a full-service design firm, has joined GVF’s 100-plus partners dedicated to decreasing congestion and increasing mobility throughout the region.“Bergmann is thrilled to be a GVF partner and looks forward to collaborating with our colleagues and peers for the betterment of our regional transportation system, economy and quality of life,” said George Kevgas, PE at Bergmann Associates. Bergmann Associates’ core business segments include transportation systems, civil works, building design, development services and program management. Presently, Bergmann Associates employs over 350 people in ten different markets within Florida, Michigan, Ohio, New York and Pennsylvania. For more information, visit http://www.bergmannpc.com/. “GVF is very excited to have Bergmann Associates join as a partner. They are a wonderfully diverse firm who are taking a leadership role in transportation in our region,” said GVF Executive Director Rob Henry. 1/5/2012 12:00:00 AM