MDOT - Maine Department of Transportation

05/10/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/10/2024 13:36

5/10/2024: MEDIA ADVISORY: Highway Safety and Work Zone Awareness Event on Monday

News Release for May 10, 2024

For more Information:
Paul Merrill, Public Information Officer - 207-624-3355 or 207-215-9297

WEST GARDINER - As seasonal traffic volumes increase and many road construction projects begin in Maine, public and private road workers are coming together to remind drivers to stay alert and drive carefully - especially in work zones.

On Monday, May 13th, the Maine Department of Transportation, Maine Turnpike Authority, Maine State Police, Associated General Contractors of Maine, and AAA Northern New England will be holding a press conference to highlight the importance of safe driving.

WHO:
John Cannell - Maine Turnpike Authority
Shawn Smith - Maine Department of Transportation
Cpl. Doug Cropper - Maine State Police
Kelly Flagg - Associated General Contractors of Maine
Pat Moody - AAA Northern New England

WHAT:
Interviews, information, and visuals about work zone safety

WHERE:
Maine Turnpike Authority, West Gardiner Maintenance Facility
199 Lewiston Rd.
West Gardiner, Maine

WHEN:
Monday, May 13th
10:00 a.m.

ADDITIONAL MEDIA CONTACT:
Rebecca Grover - Maine Turnpike Authority
207-838-6795
[email protected]

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