Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce

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Railroad Crossing Safety Improvement Project on Route 6 in Bristol Begins July 13 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is alerting the public that the replacement of the railroad crossing on Route 6 (Farmington Avenue) in Bristol is scheduled to begin at approximately 5 a.m. on Saturday, July 13, 2024. To ensure the safety of workers and the public, the area near the rail crossing will be closed to all vehicular traffic for approximately 72 hours. This private construction project is being conducted by Berkshire and Eastern Railroad, the company that owns the freight rail line. The existing railroad crossing, located on Route 6 near the intersection of Route 69 (Burlington Avenue) is being completely replaced with all-new materials to enhance safety, provide a smooth passage for motorists, as well as ensuring the long-term viability of freight rail service in the region. The work to replace the railroad crossing will require a vehicle detour, while bicyclists and pedestrians will still be able to cross through a designated area and will not be detoured. All businesses on Route 6 will remain accessible throughout the short-term construction project. Posted State Highway detours will utilize Routes 69, 72, and 229 to bypass the construction site. Motorists and Commercial Vehicle Operators are required to utilize posted detour routes to avoid local streets and low underpasses. “This project ensures the freight line remains in a state of good repair. To ensure the safety of everyone, vehicles cannot travel through the work zone. We ask motorists to follow the posted detour routes during this short-term construction project,” said Connecticut Department of Transportation Bureau Chief of Public Transportation Benjamin Limmer. “We appreciate the support and collaboration with the City of Bristol, local businesses, and residents while this important safety improvement project takes place.” The nearby railroad crossing at Maple Street is also being replaced. That work is scheduled to begin at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, July 16. A 36-hour detour will be in place in the immediate vicinity of the rail crossing. These projects are funded through a CTDOT Rail Freight Improvement Program (RFIP) grant. Work is being performed in coordination between the CTDOT, City of Bristol, first responders, bus and transit providers, and Berkshire and Eastern Railroad. Extreme weather may alter the project schedules. Members of the public with questions are encouraged to contact the CTDOT Customer Care Center at (860) 594-2560 or DOT.CustomerCare@ct.gov.

The temperature wasn't the only thing rising in June! Another hot month for the Chamber with 11 new members! Advance Communications Inc, Annpurna Groceries, Bollywood Dreams, Buck Electric, LLC, Delta Dental of New Jersey and Connecticut, We are DNA, Hope Pregnancy Center, Little Laure's Cookie Company, Pure Essence Center for Wellness and Aesthetics, SERVPRO Team Luciani, and Urban Studios!

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Cyber attacks like this one are happening far too often. Learn how to protect yourself at our upcoming virtual seminar on July 25th with experts from Tracy Driscoll Insurance & Financial Service and We Care Computers. Register at https://lnkd.in/en3yZMNF https://lnkd.in/ebXqvY2f

A quick look back at yesterday's successful "State of the City & Towns" breakfast. We thank all six municipalities for sending a representative to provide our membership with these critical updates on what's going on in their town.

Central CT Chambers’ President & CEO Katie D’Agostino had the pleasure of speaking on the Employer Panel yesterday evening at the Gear Up Career Event at Central Connecticut State University. She was joined by Chamber members Ryan Allaire (Tracy - Driscoll Insurance & Financial Services), Kim Holley (BristolWORKS), Ed Bennechi (Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Edward Benecchi) and Thom Smith (Aventurine Business Coaching & Consulting), each of whom participated in the student networking session. A big thank you to Audra Garling-Mika for asking us to take part!

Great networking event on the horizon with the Burlington Chamber of Commerce on July 11th. Register at https://lnkd.in/d9xwVquB

Congratulations to Fine Fettle on their grand opening this morning at their new Bristol location!

We're looking for vendors for our #nonprofit & #smallbusiness Job & Resource Fair coming up on July 18th. Register at https://lnkd.in/ewDE_Npg