Rendell Announces Bridge Program

The governor has released a list of 1,145 bridges – 16 of them in McKean County – that would see repairs over the next three years -- if lawmakers approve his plan. “This list represents my response to a seemingly invisible — but very real — threat to our safety, ease of travel and to the economy of Pennsylvania,” Governor Rendell said. “We must make these repairs or we will irresponsibly leave to our children crumbling bridges and roads. Right now, interest rates are extremely low and, as a result, it is an opportune time for the commonwealth to embark on these necessary repairs and ensure that we leave well maintained bridges to the next generation. “This list includes bridges in every county. Rural, urban and suburban residents will benefit from my proposal to accelerate the repair of these bridges."
His plan calls for $200 million in borrowing for each of the next ten years. A spokesman for Senate majority leader Dominic Pileggi says they aren't rejecting the plan, but are concerned as to how the motor license fund can sustain the debt.

McKean County Bridges on the List