Released on September 24, 1998
Highways and Transportation Minister Judy Bradley today announced a
9.3 km resurfacing project valued at $704,840 on Highway No. 361 from
17.8 km to 27-2 km west of its Junction with Highway No. 9, south of
Carlyle.
"Highway work is still going on right across the province as we
continue working to meet our $2.5 billion over 10 years commitment to
improve our highways," Bradley said.
L & R Asphalt Ltd. was awarded the contract as the lowest of five
bidders. An estimated 33 people will be employed on the project which
September 21 and is expected to be completed by October 31, weather
permitting.
"Our $219 million department budget has enabled us to enjoy a busy
construction and maintenance season," Bradley said. "I urge people to
continue using caution in orange zones and slow to 60 km/h."
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For more information, contact:
Allan Widger
Engineering Projects
Saskatchewan Highways and Transportation
Regina: (306) 787-4858 Cell Phone: 537-3614