Closed Oxford St. bridge reopens
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11/06/2009 |
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Oxford Street's Norman Bradford Bridge is officially reopened. |
It's been out of commission for more then a month but today, under the praise of a local MP and the city's mayor, Oxford Street's Norman Bradford Bridge was officially reopened.
The section of Oxford Street that spans the Thames River between Talbot Street and St Road , had been subjected to a summer-long construction period that saw the bridge officially close down Sept. 19.
London Mayor Anne Marie DeCicco-Best and London West MP Ed Holder were on hand for the official re-opening.
"This year, the federal government doubled the gas tax transfer to $21 million so that we could invest in projects like this bridge," said Holder. "Improved transportation links increase the quality of life for residents and the environment. The money invested today will benefit Londoners for many years to come."
The improved bridge features a resurfaced roadway and structural
enhancements including a barrier wall, railing and sidewalk restoration.
Pedestrians and motorists should notice aesthetic improvements such as a
cut stone finish on the walls of the bridge, aluminum light standards
and three new lookouts. In addition, Oxford Street, from Platts Lane to Richmond
Street, also benefited from Gas Tax funding, Holder noted.
"These important infrastructure projects are key to ensuring London's
sustainability for the future," said DeCicco-Best. "Through this
committed federal funding, we are able to seriously address many
important road and transportation improvements to help keep our vibrant
city growing."
The federal government provided over $1.9 million to support for the
rehabilitation of the bridge through the federal Gas Tax Fund, and an additional $2 million for Oxford Street road resurfacing and for sewer replacements under the same fund.
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