April 01, 2010
Better driving conditions for HWY 10 Commuters
“Infrastructure is a vital key to our economy, but can sometimes be overlooked,” says Langley MP Mark Warawa. “That is one of the reasons this Government has placed an emphasis on improving highways, bridges and water treatment. The federal and provincial funding for improvements to Highway 10 will improve travel for the growing number of Langley commuters, and add longevity to this vital route.”
“The Province is committed to supporting vital infrastructure and growth,” says Langley MLA Mary Polak. “Highway 10 is a major artery for residents and visitors; it’s the cooperation between the two levels of government that will make the needed improvements possible.”
“This project will improve local road conditions, ensuring a smoother ride and strengthen the infrastructure so commuters can enjoy Highway 10 for many more years,” says Fort Langley-Aldergrove MLA Rich Coleman.
The Highway 10 – Glover/Springbrook resurfacing project will extend the service life of the existing pavement on Highway 10 between the Langley Bypass and Highway 1, by improving the existing pavement conditions and addressing the ride comfort and pavement distresses. Consideration will also be given to undertaking minor geometric improvements where practical.
The work will include resurfacing Highway 10/Glover Rd from the Langley Bypass/Glover Rd intersection, west of railroad crossing, north to approximately 64th Ave; and resurfacing of Highway 10/Springbrook Road from approximately Salmon River culvert east to 72nd Ave, including the westbound Highway 1 on/off ramps.
The contract award date is set for April 15, 2010. This project is expected to commence August 23, 2010, with completion tentatively for September 30, 2010.
The federal contribution to this project comes from the $4-billion Infrastructure Stimulus Fund, which provides funding to provincial, territorial and municipal construction-ready infrastructure projects. Since March 2009, almost 400 projects have received a total federal investment of over $490 million under the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund across British Columbia.
Since October 2008, over $5.3 billion has been committed for accelerated capital projects across British Columbia, which is estimated to generate and protect more than 34,000 construction jobs over the life of the projects.
For more information, visit MP Warawa’s website www.markwarawa.com, Mary’s website www.marypolakmla.bc.ca and Rich’s website www.richcolemanmla.bc.ca
