Norristown, PA – August 21, 2024 – Senator Amanda M. Cappelletti (D-17 Montgomery/Delaware) today announced $547,166 in state funding has been awarded to West Norriton Township for signal upgrades at the intersection of Marshall Street and Forrest Avenue. This award was granted through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Multimodal Transportation Fund.
“Our traffic safety directly impacts the safety of our neighborhoods, making these investments vitally important,” said Senator Cappelletti. “I’m always thrilled to help District 17’s municipalities access the resources they need to better the lives of every Pennsylvanian who lives here. This funding will enhance our region’s overall safety and quality of life.”
Act 89 established a dedicated Multimodal Transportation Fund that stabilized funding for ports and rail freight, increased aviation investments, establishes dedicated funding for bicycle and pedestrian improvements, and established dedicated funding for bicycle and pedestrian improvements.
“This funding will go a long way to make our local roads safer in West Norriton Township,” said Rep. Bradford. “I’m grateful to the Shapiro administration for supporting our communities’ efforts to improve these two intersections to keep drivers and pedestrians safe.”
This grant funding comes as part of the over $51 Million Governor Shapiro announced for 66 Transportation Projects to improve safety, mobility, and grow local economies across the Commonwealth earlier this week.
“It’s great to hear West Norriton was awarded $547,166 for signal upgrades at Marshall Street and Forrest Avenue. Our neighbors who live and travel through this area will be glad to see improvements at this intersection,” said Rep. Joe Webster. “It’s even more important that safety on the roads and for our pedestrians is being prioritized now with students heading back to classrooms in the coming weeks. As the roads get busier, keeping our communities connected and transportation routes safe and efficient is something I’m proud to support. It’s always a pleasure working alongside Senator Cappelletti and congratulations to West Norriton Township!”
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