Legislature approves funding for county road projects

The Erie County Legislature’s Majority Caucus announces that more than $29 million has been approved for road work throughout the county this year. The Caucus called a special session for Thursday, April 23 to expedite the process and ensure that projects could begin as soon as possible. For the complete list of projects, please CLICK HERE. 

 

“I’m happy that we approved the $29 million funding package today, which includes an additional $8 million that will allow a number of much-needed projects to finally move forward. We have a lot of work ahead of us and getting started as soon as possible is in the best interest of taxpayers,” said Majority Leader Joseph Lorigo.

 

The approved funding will be used for several large projects, including Amsdell Road in Hamburg, Goodrich Road in Clarence, Losson Road in Cheektowaga, Girdle Road Bridge in Elma, Lake Avenue in Orchard Park/Hamburg; and Brighton Road in Tonawanda. 

 

The county has earmarked $4 million of the funding for micropaving and overlay work to address many of the deteriorating roadways.

 

“With this approval, DPW can start the bidding process and scheduling of projects. We know that the construction season in Erie County is much shorter than we would like, which is why we called today’s special session to move quickly. The Caucus encourages the administration to ensure the entire list of projects is completed this year. Delaying any one of these projects would be a disservice to motorists and residents of Erie County,” said Legislator Edward Rath, Chairman of the Economic Development Committee.

 

Legislators will continue to update residents on the timeline for road work once start dates are scheduled. They remind motorists to use caution in work zones, slow down and abide by all posted signage to keep crews safe.

 

For additional information, please contact the Legislature at 858-7500 or visit www.erie.gov/legislature

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