Garden State Parkway to be widened.(Brief Article)

Constructioneer, July, 2005

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The New Jersey Department of Transportation launched an initiative May 11 to ease traffic congestion by widening a 17-mile stretch of the Garden State Parkway running through Ocean County. The total cost is estimated at $135.2 million.

"For 10 years people have talked about doing something to relieve congestion on this part of the Parkway. Plans were made -- and put on hold, indefinitely," acting Governor Richard J. Codey said. "When this project is complete it will mean easier commutes to work. It will mean easier drives to the Shore. Most important, it will mean less time spent in traffic and more time to enjoy with our families."

The project will add a 12-foot-wide travel lane and a 12-foot-wide shoulder on both the...

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