NY Allots $$ To Pave Bad Stretch Of Route 6 In Putnam

PUTNAM COUNTY, NY — $62.2 million has been alloted by New York State for projects to pave and repair miles of state roads across the Hudson Valley through this summer and fall. The infrastructure investment includes projects in Dutchess, Putnam and Westchester counties — including five miles of Route 6 in Carmel. The projects will be completed this year.

The funds are part of a total $403.3 million for pavement improvements on nearly 1,700 miles of roadway across New York State, including budgeted capital construction funds and $100 million in new funding.

Maintenance paving work keeps New York's highways in a state of repair, and this investment delays the need for more costly, in depth repairs. The repair and modernization of the state's transportation infrastructure will improve safety and ensure that state and local communities remain economically competitive, State Senator Terrence Murphy said in a press release, "The condition of our roads is unacceptable considering the amount in taxes we pay. This is a welcome announcement by the state and I will continue to advocate for more dollars to help improve our roads."

Paving and repair work will take place on the following roads:

• 23 miles on Interstate 684 from Interstate 84 in the town of Southeast, Putnam County, to Hardscrabble Road in the town of North Salem, Westchester County ($55.2 million)
• 15 miles on the Saw Mill River Parkway from Grant Street to Roaring Brook Road in the towns of Mount Pleasant and New Castle, Westchester County ($4.4 million)
• 3.2 miles of Route 120 from Marcourt Drive to Route 133 in the town of New Castle, Westchester County ($900,000)
• 5 miles of Route 6 from Route 52 to Tilly Foster Road in the town of Carmel, Putnam County ($1.7 million)

The news about Route 6 pleased local officials.

"As a lifelong resident of Putnam County, I've seen how sections of route 6 has deteriorated over the years," said New York State Assemblyman Kevin Byrne. "This is one of the heaviest traveled state roads in Putnam County, and I am delighted to see the NYSDOT has taken the necessary steps to finally move this project forward."

Putnam County Legislator Joe Castellano said, "The investments being made are in the heart of my district. We hear all too often of pot holes and road hazards. It is welcomed news that our state representatives once again responded with today's great announcement."