Boston, MA – State Representative Barbara L’Italien (D-Andover) announced today that the Transportation Bond Bill will include almost $11 million in funding for the Town of North Andover.
The transportation bond bill provides capital funding for the design, construction, and repair of roadway projects in the Commonwealth that do not receive federal funding. The legislation, engrossed by the House today, provides $6.2 million for the widening of Route 114, and another $400,000 for the installation of a traffic signal at Hillside Road on Route 114. An additional $2.9 million will be expended for streetscape improvements in Machine Shop Village. Finally, this long-term spending plan contains $1,200,000 in funding for upgrades, including roadway resurfacing, to Route 125 in North Andover.
“The approval of these projects will mean a great deal to the people of North Andover. Each of these undertakings will improve transportation and address the concerns voiced by residents,” said Representative L’ Italien.
In addition to these crucial initiatives, the House version of the transportation bond bill also includes funding for regional transit authorities, Chapter 90 highway projects, and assistance for the protection of rail freight properties across the state. The bond bill now moves to the Senate and is subject to the authorization of the Governor before this money becomes available.
