Winchester Delegation Secures $515,136 for Transportation Improvements

BOSTON—State Senators Jason Lewis and Pat Jehlen and State Representatives Michael Day and Michelle Ciccolo are pleased to announce that Winchester is receiving $515,136 in Chapter 90 funds from the state to fund local transportation infrastructure, as part of a $200 million allocation to support transportation-related improvements, including road and bridge repairs, across Massachusetts.

Along with designating funding for individual communities, the legislation also authorizes $175 million for grant programs that will further assist municipalities with various transportation-related projects. This includes $25 million for each of the following:

• Municipal small bridge program;
• Complete streets program;
• Bus transit infrastructure program;
• Grants to increase and improve access to mass transit and commuter rail stations;
• Grants for municipalities and regional transit authorities to purchase electric vehicles and the infrastructure needed to support them;
• Funding for pavement and surface improvements on state and municipal roadways; and
• New funding dedicated to additional transportation support based on road mileage, which is particularly helpful for rural communities.

"I'm very pleased that the state legislature is providing these critical funds to our local communities for transportation improvements," said State Senator Jason Lewis. "I know that this money will certainly be put to good use in Winchester improving roads, sidewalks, and other infrastructure."

"There is no community that does not need these funds," said State Senator Pat Jehlen. "Winchester is among the communities that will benefit from these funds. It is important not to fall behind on our infrastructure."

"These historic investments will provide Stoneham and Winchester with the funding we need to improve and repair our roads and bridges," said State Representative Michael Day. "I was proud to vote in favor of approving this significant funding package and look forward to continuing to work in partnership with our local leaders to improve our neighborhoods."

"Chapter 90 funding is one of the most stable sources of state funding that cities and towns can rely on to complete their yearly maintenance projects,” said State Representative Michelle Ciccolo. “The additional $175 million in grant programs illustrates the Legislature's and the Administration's commitment to improving our statewide transportation infrastructure, and I look forward to seeing the livelier main streets, repaired bridges, and improved access to transit that these funds will facilitate."

After passing both the House and Senate, this bill now heads to Governor Healey for her signature.