Members of the public are invited to   CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VIRTUAL PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING State Project No. 0103-0283 Replacement of Bridge No. 00273 carrying Cranberry Pond Road over I-395 in Norwich   Monday, July 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.   Attend & Learn More: portal.ct.gov/DOTNORWICH0103-0283     The purpose of this meeting is to provide the community with an opportunity to learn about the proposed project and allow an open discussion of any views and comments concerning the proposed improvements. A Q&A session will immediately follow the presentation.   The replacement of this bridge will improve travelers’ safety and increase the vertical clearance over I-395.   Right-of-way impacts are not anticipated. Shoulder closures on I-395 will be required and Cranberry Pond Road in the vicinity of the bridge will be closed for the duration of construction. All properties will continue to be accessible through a detour route.   Construction is expected to start summer 2028, depending on funding, right-of-way acquisition, and permits. The estimated cost is $14 million with 80% federal funds and 20% state funds.   The public can submit comments and questions during two-week public comment period following meeting. Direct comments and questions by Monday, July 27, 2026, to DOTProject103-283@ct.gov, 860-594-2020, or Christopher Patria at Christopher.Patria@ct.gov or 860-594-2958.   ACCESSIBILITY Non-English language closed captioning will be available on YouTube. The recording will also be posted following the meeting in CTDOT’s public meeting playlist at portal.ct.gov/ctdotVPIMarchive.   For audio only, call 877-853-5257 with Meeting ID 869 9194 9684. Project information can be mailed within one week by contacting Christopher Patria at Christopher.Patria@ct.gov or 860-594-2958.   Individuals with hearing/speech disabilities can dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS). Request language assistance from CTDOT’s Language Assistance at 860-594-2109 at least five (5) business days before meeting.   #12433709 NB 6/29, 7/6/26