TRAFFIC ALERT FOR WEEK OF OCTOBER 13 - 17, 2008
TRAFFIC ALERT FOR WEEK OF OCTOBER 13 - 17, 2008
Highway work zones in the Staunton District
The following is a list of highway work that might affect traffic in the Staunton transportation district during the coming weeks. The Staunton district is comprised of 11 counties, Alleghany, Bath , Rockbridge, Augusta, Highland , Rockingham, Shenandoah, Frederick, Page, Warren and Clarke. Work scheduled is subject to change due to inclement weather and material supplies. Motorists are advised to watch for slow-moving tractors during mowing operations. Also, when traveling through a work zone, be alert to periodic changes in traffic patterns and lane closures.
(NEW) _ Indicates a new or revised entry since last week’s report.
AUGUSTA COUNTY
Interstate 64
No lane closures reported.
Interstate 81
* (NEW) Mile marker 213 to 200 southbound – Vegetation management. Shoulder and ramp closures, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday.
* (NEW) Mile marker 213 southbound – Pavement work, right lane and shoulder closures, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m., Thursday.
* Various locations – Sign repair. Shoulder closures, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Primary Roads
* Route 11 Park and Ride, Mint Springs area – Litter and debris pick-up.
* Route 11 – Litter pickup on Wednesday in the Fishersville area.
* Route 11 – Litter pick up, Wednesday.
* Route 11 ( Lee Jackson Highway ) – Sanitary sewer work from Route 694 to Route 701. Shoulder closure southbound Route 11. Work is 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
* Route 250 ( Jefferson Highway ) – Entrance construction off of westbound lanes from Route 1334 to Route 822. Work is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
* Route 252 – Mowing in Swoope area. Brush cutting from Route 670 to Route 603, Oct. 14. Flagger traffic control.
* Route 254 – Spot leveling at Route 820, Oct. 16.
* Route 262 – Debris and litter pickup on Wednesday.
* Route 340 ( Stuarts Draft Highway ) – Entrance construction from Route 1512 to Route 649, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.
* Route 340 (East Side Highway) – Left-turn lane construction, southbound from Route 672 to Route 1340. Be alert for alternating lane closures. Work is Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. During paving work is 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
* Route 340, Waynesboro – Mobilization of equipment and materials on North Delphine Avenue from Route 250 to Sixth Street for railroad bridge replacement and roadway widening. Estimated completion is November, 2011.
* Route 340 – Litter pick up, Wednesday.
* Route 340 – Litter pickup on Wednesday in the Fishersville area.
* Route 340 Park and Ride, Waynesboro – Litter pick-up.
* Various roads – Mowing and grass clean up from ditches, debris cleanup, brush trimming near signs.
Secondary Roads
* (NEW) Route 608 – Spot leveling.
* (NEW) Route 610 – Spot leveling.
* Route 612 Park and Ride, Verona – Litter pick up.
* Route 612 – Litter pickup on Wednesday.
* (NEW) Route 635 – Spot leveling.
* (NEW) Route 642 – Railroad crossing repairs between Route 250 and Route 285 on Oct. 13. Road closed from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
* Route 701 ( Howardsville Road ) – Sewer line work from Route 11 to Route 613. Shoulder closure off of westbound lane. Work is 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
* (NEW) Route 730 – Brush cutting in Swoope area, Oct. 14 to 17. Flagger traffic control.
* Route 732 – Shoulder work, Route 613 to Route 646, Oct. 14 to 17.
* Route 831 – Shoulder repair.
* Various roads – Machining dirt roads, trimming around signs.
Highway work zones in the Staunton District
The following is a list of highway work that might affect traffic in the Staunton transportation district during the coming weeks. The Staunton district is comprised of 11 counties, Alleghany, Bath , Rockbridge, Augusta, Highland , Rockingham, Shenandoah, Frederick, Page, Warren and Clarke. Work scheduled is subject to change due to inclement weather and material supplies. Motorists are advised to watch for slow-moving tractors during mowing operations. Also, when traveling through a work zone, be alert to periodic changes in traffic patterns and lane closures.
(NEW) _ Indicates a new or revised entry since last week’s report.
AUGUSTA COUNTY
Interstate 64
No lane closures reported.
Interstate 81
* (NEW) Mile marker 213 to 200 southbound – Vegetation management. Shoulder and ramp closures, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday.
* (NEW) Mile marker 213 southbound – Pavement work, right lane and shoulder closures, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m., Thursday.
* Various locations – Sign repair. Shoulder closures, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Primary Roads
* Route 11 Park and Ride, Mint Springs area – Litter and debris pick-up.
* Route 11 – Litter pickup on Wednesday in the Fishersville area.
* Route 11 – Litter pick up, Wednesday.
* Route 11 ( Lee Jackson Highway ) – Sanitary sewer work from Route 694 to Route 701. Shoulder closure southbound Route 11. Work is 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
* Route 250 ( Jefferson Highway ) – Entrance construction off of westbound lanes from Route 1334 to Route 822. Work is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
* Route 252 – Mowing in Swoope area. Brush cutting from Route 670 to Route 603, Oct. 14. Flagger traffic control.
* Route 254 – Spot leveling at Route 820, Oct. 16.
* Route 262 – Debris and litter pickup on Wednesday.
* Route 340 ( Stuarts Draft Highway ) – Entrance construction from Route 1512 to Route 649, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.
* Route 340 (East Side Highway) – Left-turn lane construction, southbound from Route 672 to Route 1340. Be alert for alternating lane closures. Work is Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. During paving work is 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
* Route 340, Waynesboro – Mobilization of equipment and materials on North Delphine Avenue from Route 250 to Sixth Street for railroad bridge replacement and roadway widening. Estimated completion is November, 2011.
* Route 340 – Litter pick up, Wednesday.
* Route 340 – Litter pickup on Wednesday in the Fishersville area.
* Route 340 Park and Ride, Waynesboro – Litter pick-up.
* Various roads – Mowing and grass clean up from ditches, debris cleanup, brush trimming near signs.
Secondary Roads
* (NEW) Route 608 – Spot leveling.
* (NEW) Route 610 – Spot leveling.
* Route 612 Park and Ride, Verona – Litter pick up.
* Route 612 – Litter pickup on Wednesday.
* (NEW) Route 635 – Spot leveling.
* (NEW) Route 642 – Railroad crossing repairs between Route 250 and Route 285 on Oct. 13. Road closed from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
* Route 701 ( Howardsville Road ) – Sewer line work from Route 11 to Route 613. Shoulder closure off of westbound lane. Work is 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
* (NEW) Route 730 – Brush cutting in Swoope area, Oct. 14 to 17. Flagger traffic control.
* Route 732 – Shoulder work, Route 613 to Route 646, Oct. 14 to 17.
* Route 831 – Shoulder repair.
* Various roads – Machining dirt roads, trimming around signs.
Waynesboro Chase - October 7
WAYNESBORO POLICE DEPARTMENT
MEDIA RELEASE
PURSUIT AND ARREST OF IAN DANIEL KASDAN, OCTOBER 6, 2008
On October 6, 2008, at approximately 8:30 pm, an officer of the Waynesboro Police Department stopped a 1989 Toyota station wagon on a parking lot adjacent to Poplar Avenue and Broad Street. The officer intended to talk to the driver about a defective brake light and the expired license plates on the vehicle. Upon contact with the driver, later identified as Ian Daniel Kasdan, 26 years-of-age, whose address is listed as 126 West Grattan Street, Harrisonburg, Virginia, the officer asked for a driver’s license and registration which Kasdan allegedly did not provide. Instead, Kasdan allegedly identified himself with a false driver’s license number and, when the first number did not check out, allegedly provided a second false driver’s license number. The officer had also noticed that the car was running but had no key in the ignition switch. The officer attempted to take Kasdan into custody but Kasdan allegedly emerged from his car with a tire iron in his hand and threatened to strike the officer. The officer retreated, drew his pistol and called for additional help from nearby officers. A standoff ensued. During the standoff, Kasdan allegedly told the officer he “was not going back to jail”. As the first backup officer arrived on the scene, Kasdan allegedly retreated to his car and, jumping in, put the car in reverse and struck the police car being driven by the officer who made the initial stop. Kasdan allegedly then sped off with other officers in pursuit.
The pursuit wound its way through several neighborhoods, namely, the Tree Streets, Downtown, Port Republic Road, Wayne Hills and New Hope Road before arriving at the Kate Collins Middle School parking lot. Kasdan allegedly drove onto the lot and around the lot with officers in pursuit. At one point, two officers riding in the same car, Paul Johnson and Dominick Zambrotta, attempted to block the path of Kasdan’s car. Kasdan allegedly rammed their police car in the passenger’s front side, disabling the police car. Kasdan momentarily came to a stop. Kasdan allegedly then accelerated backwards and rammed another police car driven by Officer William Russell being positioned behind Kasdan’s car. Kasdan allegedly then attempted to ram a third car at which time the Patrol Shift Commander gave the order to aggressively stop Kasdan.
After being rammed by Kasdan, Officer Paul Johnson had exited his disabled vehicle and was on foot on the parking lot of Kate Collins School. Kasdan drove to within six to ten feet of Officer Johnson who fired two gunshots from his pistol at the left front tire of Kasdan’s vehicle. The gunshots did not stop Kasdan’s vehicle which exited the Kate Collins School parking lot shortly thereafter.
Kasdan allegedly drove west on Ivy Street followed closely by a Waynesboro officer who used his police car to intentionally bump Kasdan’s vehicle and spin it around in the street as Kasdan approached the intersection of Ivy Street and Hopeman Parkway. Other officers from the Waynesboro PD and Augusta County Sheriff’s Office were able to block the path of Kasdan’s car. Before Kasdan could escape again, Officers and Deputies broke the passenger window and used a TASER to subdue Kasdan and take him into custody.
Kasdan is charged with three felonies arising from his alleged assault of Officers Zambrotta, Johnson and Russell. In addition, Kasdan is charged with felony hit and run and felony attempting to elude police. Also served on Kasdan was an arrest warrant arising out of a probation violation from Harrisonburg/Rockingham County. Kasdan appeared in Waynesboro District Court on October 7, 2008 for a bond and advisement hearing. As a result of that hearing, Kasdan is being held without bond at the Middle River Regional Jail. Detective Corporal Kevin Miller has been assigned as the investigating officer for this incident.
Waynesboro Officer Dominick Zambrotta was injured when his police car was allegedly rammed by Kasdan. Zambrotta was treated and released at Augusta Medical Center for injuries to his ribs. Two other officers sustained minor injuries.
Waynesboro Officer Paul Johnson was uninjured when the police car he was riding in with Zambrotta was rammed by Kasdan. Officer Johnson was placed on paid administrative leave, in accordance with Waynesboro PD policy, following the shooting incident. An internal investigation into the shooting is being conducted by Captain J. W. Oliver, head of Waynesboro PD’s Investigations Division.
Deputy Chief William R. Maki
Waynesboro Police Department
250 South Wayne Avenue
Waynesboro, VA 22980
Vdot News - October 7
TRAFFIC ALERT FOR WEEK OF OCTOBER 6 - 10, 2008
Highway work zones in the Staunton District
The following is a list of highway work that might affect traffic in the Staunton transportation district during the coming weeks. The Staunton district is comprised of 11 counties, Alleghany, Bath , Rockbridge, Augusta, Highland , Rockingham, Shenandoah, Frederick, Page, Warren and Clarke. Work scheduled is subject to change due to inclement weather and material supplies. Motorists are advised to watch for slow-moving tractors during mowing operations. Also, when traveling through a work zone, be alert to periodic changes in traffic patterns and lane closures.
AUGUSTA COUNTY
Interstate 64
No lane closures reported.
Interstate 81
* (NEW) Mile marker 222 to 227, southbound – Guardrail replacement, right shoulder. Monday to Friday night 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
* Various locations – Sign repair. Shoulder closures, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Primary Roads
* Route 11 Park and Ride, Mint Springs area – Litter and debris pick-up.
* Route 11 – Litter pickup on Wednesday in the Fishersville area.
* (NEW) Route 11 – Litter pick up.
* Route 11 ( Lee Jackson Highway ) – Sanitary sewer work from Route 694 to Route 701. Shoulder closure southbound Route 11. Work is 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
* (NEW) Route 42 – Mowing in Swoope area.
* Route 250 ( Jefferson Highway ) – Entrance construction off of westbound lanes from Route 1334 to Route 822. Work is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
* (NEW) Route 250 – Mowing in Swoope area.
* (NEW) Route 252 – Mowing in Swoope area.
* (NEW) Route 254 – Mowing in Swoope area.
* Route 254 – Spot leveling at Route 820, Monday to Friday.
* Route 262 – Debris and litter pickup on Wednesday.
* Route 340 ( Stuarts Draft Highway ) – Entrance construction from Route 1512 to Route 649, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.
* Route 340 (East Side Highway) – Left-turn lane construction, southbound from Route 672 to Route 1340. Be alert for alternating lane closures.
* Route 340, Waynesboro – Mobilization of equipment and materials on North Delphine Avenue from Route 250 to Sixth Street for railroad bridge replacement and roadway widening. Estimated completion is November, 2011.
* (NEW) Route 340 – Litter pick up.
* Route 340 – Litter pickup on Wednesday in the Fishersville area.
* Route 340 Park and Ride, Waynesboro – Litter pick-up.
* (NEW) Various roads – Mowing.
Secondary Roads
* Route 612 Park and Ride, Verona – Litter pick up.
* Route 612 – Litter pickup on Wednesday.
* Route 690 – Patching from Route 646 to Rockingham County line, Monday to Wednesday.
* Route 701 ( Howardsville Road ) – Sewer line work from Route 11 to Route 613. Shoulder closure off of westbound lane. Work is 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
* Route 732 – Shoulder work, Route 613 to Route 646, Thursday and Friday.
* (NEW) Route 742 – Brush cutting from Route 262 to Route 714. Flagger traffic control.
* (NEW) Route 753 – Machining dirt roads, Monday to Friday.
* Route 831 – Shoulder repair, ditch cleaning.
* Various roads – Dust control and machining dirt roads.
* (NEW) Various roads – Trash pick-up, ditch cleaning, trimming around signs in Fishersville area.
GOVERNOR KAINE ANNOUNCES NATIONAL AWARDS FOR VIRGINIA ’S PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS IN TRANSPORTATION
~ Virginia Department of Transportation, Secretary of Transportation, and Deputy Secretary honored by ARTBA ~
RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that the American Road and Transportation Builders Association has honored the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), Secretary of Transportation Pierce R. Homer, and Deputy Secretary of Transportation Barbara W. Reese for their outstanding work on Virginia’s nationally recognized public-private partnerships (P3s). The three honorees were recognized Monday at the ARTBA’s 20th Annual Conference on Public-Private Ventures in Transportation.
“ Virginia is recognized by Forbes.com as the best place to do business in the U.S. and as the best managed state in the U.S. by Governing Magazine,” said Governor Kaine. “I think we can now safely add that Virginia has the best P3 program in the U.S. , thanks to leaders like Secretary Homer and Deputy Secretary Reese, and the hard working men and women of VDOT.”
According to the ARTBA, these three were honored “for their outstanding advocacy and leadership in promoting the ‘practice, use and adoption’ of public-private partnerships on transportation improvement projects.” Since 1995, the Commonwealth’s Public-Private Transportation Act has delivered approximately $9 billion in transportation projects.
“ Virginia has consistently led the P3 revolution in the U.S. and these awards from their peers recognize the Virginia leadership role,” said Jim Weinstein, ARTBA Public-Private Ventures Division Chairman. “ARTBA is proud of the past, present and future work of the Commonwealth in the P3 arena.”
Secretary Homer was the 2008 recipient of the ARTBA Public Sector Entrepreneur of the Year award. During his service as Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Transportation, he has been instrumental in the development of Virginia ’s P3 program, working to ensure competition and accountability.
Deputy Secretary Reese was honored as a “Champion” for her “exemplary work in advancing the practice, use and adoption of P3s in transportation in the United States .” The ARTBA says that Reese has “set the standard” for the implementation of P3s, citing projects such as Dulles Rail, the Capital Beltway HOT Lanes, and the Pocahontas Parkway . Reese’s expertise is a valuable asset to senior-level federal officials, and local and state officials seeking to implement their own P3s.
VDOT was also honored as a “Champion” for its 13 years of commitment to P3s, demonstrated by the dedication of resources to major P3 projects including the Capital Beltway and I-95 HOT Lanes, Pocahontas Parkway in Richmond , Route 28 in Northern Virginia, the Coalfields Expressway in Southwest Virginia , and Route 460 and Midtown Tunnel projects in Hampton Roads. Thomas W. Pelnik III, VDOT director of innovative project delivery, and Deborah Brown, VDOT director of innovative finance were specifically recognized for their work.
# # #
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 17, 2008
Contacts: Allan Freedman
Shannon Barrett
202-289-4434
Virginia “Pioneers” Honored for Leadership in Public-Private
Partnerships In Transportation At ARTBA 20th Anniversary Conference
( Washington , D.C. )—The Virginia Department of Transportation, the Virginia Deputy Secretary of Transportation and the Virginia Secretary of Transportation (VDOT) were honored September 15 for their outstanding advocacy and leadership in promoting the “practice, use and adoption” of public-private partnerships (P3s) on transportation improvement projects. Recipients were recognized at a special dinner during the American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s (ARTBA) 20th Annual Conference on Public-Private Ventures in Transportation, held in the Nation’s Capital.
Among the dozens of worthy public sector organizations and individuals, three were singled out for special recognition.
“Champions”: For exemplary work in advancing the practice, use and adoption of P3s in transportation in the United States.
· Barbara W. Reese, Virginia Deputy Secretary of Transportation, a dedicated public servant and former VDOT Chief Financial Officer has set the standard for negotiating and implementing public sector benefits in P3 projects, including Dulles Rail, Capital Beltway HOT Lanes, and Pocahontas Parkway . Reese is a trusted advisor to senior federal officials and numerous states and localities seeking entry into the P3 arena.
· Virginia Department of Transportation, with 13 years of P3 experience, has dedicated planning, engineering and financial staff resources to critical P3 projects such as the Capital Beltway HOT Lanes, Pocahontas Parkway in Richmond , Rt. 28 in Northern Virginia, Coalfields Expressway in Southwestern Virginia, and other major development projects such as the Rt. 460 and Midtown Tunnel projects in Southeastern Virginia, and the I-95 HOT Lane project in Northern Virginia. Thomas W. Pelnik, III, director of innovative project delivery and Deborah Brown, director of innovative finance were also recognized as part of the award process.
Additionally, Virginia Secretary of Transportation Pierce R. Homer received the 2008 ARTBA “Public Sector Entrepreneur of the Year Award”. As Secretary and Deputy Secretary, Homer established the current Virginia P3 process based on transparency, competition and accountability.
“ Virginia is recognized by Forbes.com as the best place to do business in the U.S. and as the best-managed state in the U.S. by Governing Magazine. I think we can now safely add that Virginia has the best public-private partnership program in the U.S. ,” said Virginia Governor Tim Kaine.
Additionally, ARTBA Public-Private Ventures Division Chairman and Senior Vice President of AECOM Jim Weinstein said “Virginia has consistently led the P3 evolution in the U.S. and these awards from their peers recognize the Virginia leadership role. ARTBA is proud of the past, present and future work of the Commonwealth in the P3 arena.”
The 20th Anniversary of the Annual Conference on Public-Private Ventures in Transportation attracted more than 350 industry executives, federal, state and local public officials, and financial and policy experts and includes sessions on the latest P3 trends, best practices and techniques, tolling, truck-only lanes and risk allocation in concession agreements. The awards program was created to recognize people and organizations who have had made significant contributions to the understanding and application of P3s in transportation.
Established in 1902, ARTBA represents the U.S. transportation construction industry before Congress, the Executive Branch, federal agencies, news media and general public.
Highway work zones in the Staunton District
The following is a list of highway work that might affect traffic in the Staunton transportation district during the coming weeks. The Staunton district is comprised of 11 counties, Alleghany, Bath , Rockbridge, Augusta, Highland , Rockingham, Shenandoah, Frederick, Page, Warren and Clarke. Work scheduled is subject to change due to inclement weather and material supplies. Motorists are advised to watch for slow-moving tractors during mowing operations. Also, when traveling through a work zone, be alert to periodic changes in traffic patterns and lane closures.
AUGUSTA COUNTY
Interstate 64
No lane closures reported.
Interstate 81
* (NEW) Mile marker 222 to 227, southbound – Guardrail replacement, right shoulder. Monday to Friday night 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
* Various locations – Sign repair. Shoulder closures, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Primary Roads
* Route 11 Park and Ride, Mint Springs area – Litter and debris pick-up.
* Route 11 – Litter pickup on Wednesday in the Fishersville area.
* (NEW) Route 11 – Litter pick up.
* Route 11 ( Lee Jackson Highway ) – Sanitary sewer work from Route 694 to Route 701. Shoulder closure southbound Route 11. Work is 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
* (NEW) Route 42 – Mowing in Swoope area.
* Route 250 ( Jefferson Highway ) – Entrance construction off of westbound lanes from Route 1334 to Route 822. Work is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
* (NEW) Route 250 – Mowing in Swoope area.
* (NEW) Route 252 – Mowing in Swoope area.
* (NEW) Route 254 – Mowing in Swoope area.
* Route 254 – Spot leveling at Route 820, Monday to Friday.
* Route 262 – Debris and litter pickup on Wednesday.
* Route 340 ( Stuarts Draft Highway ) – Entrance construction from Route 1512 to Route 649, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.
* Route 340 (East Side Highway) – Left-turn lane construction, southbound from Route 672 to Route 1340. Be alert for alternating lane closures.
* Route 340, Waynesboro – Mobilization of equipment and materials on North Delphine Avenue from Route 250 to Sixth Street for railroad bridge replacement and roadway widening. Estimated completion is November, 2011.
* (NEW) Route 340 – Litter pick up.
* Route 340 – Litter pickup on Wednesday in the Fishersville area.
* Route 340 Park and Ride, Waynesboro – Litter pick-up.
* (NEW) Various roads – Mowing.
Secondary Roads
* Route 612 Park and Ride, Verona – Litter pick up.
* Route 612 – Litter pickup on Wednesday.
* Route 690 – Patching from Route 646 to Rockingham County line, Monday to Wednesday.
* Route 701 ( Howardsville Road ) – Sewer line work from Route 11 to Route 613. Shoulder closure off of westbound lane. Work is 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
* Route 732 – Shoulder work, Route 613 to Route 646, Thursday and Friday.
* (NEW) Route 742 – Brush cutting from Route 262 to Route 714. Flagger traffic control.
* (NEW) Route 753 – Machining dirt roads, Monday to Friday.
* Route 831 – Shoulder repair, ditch cleaning.
* Various roads – Dust control and machining dirt roads.
* (NEW) Various roads – Trash pick-up, ditch cleaning, trimming around signs in Fishersville area.
GOVERNOR KAINE ANNOUNCES NATIONAL AWARDS FOR VIRGINIA ’S PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS IN TRANSPORTATION
~ Virginia Department of Transportation, Secretary of Transportation, and Deputy Secretary honored by ARTBA ~
RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that the American Road and Transportation Builders Association has honored the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), Secretary of Transportation Pierce R. Homer, and Deputy Secretary of Transportation Barbara W. Reese for their outstanding work on Virginia’s nationally recognized public-private partnerships (P3s). The three honorees were recognized Monday at the ARTBA’s 20th Annual Conference on Public-Private Ventures in Transportation.
“ Virginia is recognized by Forbes.com as the best place to do business in the U.S. and as the best managed state in the U.S. by Governing Magazine,” said Governor Kaine. “I think we can now safely add that Virginia has the best P3 program in the U.S. , thanks to leaders like Secretary Homer and Deputy Secretary Reese, and the hard working men and women of VDOT.”
According to the ARTBA, these three were honored “for their outstanding advocacy and leadership in promoting the ‘practice, use and adoption’ of public-private partnerships on transportation improvement projects.” Since 1995, the Commonwealth’s Public-Private Transportation Act has delivered approximately $9 billion in transportation projects.
“ Virginia has consistently led the P3 revolution in the U.S. and these awards from their peers recognize the Virginia leadership role,” said Jim Weinstein, ARTBA Public-Private Ventures Division Chairman. “ARTBA is proud of the past, present and future work of the Commonwealth in the P3 arena.”
Secretary Homer was the 2008 recipient of the ARTBA Public Sector Entrepreneur of the Year award. During his service as Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Transportation, he has been instrumental in the development of Virginia ’s P3 program, working to ensure competition and accountability.
Deputy Secretary Reese was honored as a “Champion” for her “exemplary work in advancing the practice, use and adoption of P3s in transportation in the United States .” The ARTBA says that Reese has “set the standard” for the implementation of P3s, citing projects such as Dulles Rail, the Capital Beltway HOT Lanes, and the Pocahontas Parkway . Reese’s expertise is a valuable asset to senior-level federal officials, and local and state officials seeking to implement their own P3s.
VDOT was also honored as a “Champion” for its 13 years of commitment to P3s, demonstrated by the dedication of resources to major P3 projects including the Capital Beltway and I-95 HOT Lanes, Pocahontas Parkway in Richmond , Route 28 in Northern Virginia, the Coalfields Expressway in Southwest Virginia , and Route 460 and Midtown Tunnel projects in Hampton Roads. Thomas W. Pelnik III, VDOT director of innovative project delivery, and Deborah Brown, VDOT director of innovative finance were specifically recognized for their work.
# # #
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 17, 2008
Contacts: Allan Freedman
Shannon Barrett
202-289-4434
Virginia “Pioneers” Honored for Leadership in Public-Private
Partnerships In Transportation At ARTBA 20th Anniversary Conference
( Washington , D.C. )—The Virginia Department of Transportation, the Virginia Deputy Secretary of Transportation and the Virginia Secretary of Transportation (VDOT) were honored September 15 for their outstanding advocacy and leadership in promoting the “practice, use and adoption” of public-private partnerships (P3s) on transportation improvement projects. Recipients were recognized at a special dinner during the American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s (ARTBA) 20th Annual Conference on Public-Private Ventures in Transportation, held in the Nation’s Capital.
Among the dozens of worthy public sector organizations and individuals, three were singled out for special recognition.
“Champions”: For exemplary work in advancing the practice, use and adoption of P3s in transportation in the United States.
· Barbara W. Reese, Virginia Deputy Secretary of Transportation, a dedicated public servant and former VDOT Chief Financial Officer has set the standard for negotiating and implementing public sector benefits in P3 projects, including Dulles Rail, Capital Beltway HOT Lanes, and Pocahontas Parkway . Reese is a trusted advisor to senior federal officials and numerous states and localities seeking entry into the P3 arena.
· Virginia Department of Transportation, with 13 years of P3 experience, has dedicated planning, engineering and financial staff resources to critical P3 projects such as the Capital Beltway HOT Lanes, Pocahontas Parkway in Richmond , Rt. 28 in Northern Virginia, Coalfields Expressway in Southwestern Virginia, and other major development projects such as the Rt. 460 and Midtown Tunnel projects in Southeastern Virginia, and the I-95 HOT Lane project in Northern Virginia. Thomas W. Pelnik, III, director of innovative project delivery and Deborah Brown, director of innovative finance were also recognized as part of the award process.
Additionally, Virginia Secretary of Transportation Pierce R. Homer received the 2008 ARTBA “Public Sector Entrepreneur of the Year Award”. As Secretary and Deputy Secretary, Homer established the current Virginia P3 process based on transparency, competition and accountability.
“ Virginia is recognized by Forbes.com as the best place to do business in the U.S. and as the best-managed state in the U.S. by Governing Magazine. I think we can now safely add that Virginia has the best public-private partnership program in the U.S. ,” said Virginia Governor Tim Kaine.
Additionally, ARTBA Public-Private Ventures Division Chairman and Senior Vice President of AECOM Jim Weinstein said “Virginia has consistently led the P3 evolution in the U.S. and these awards from their peers recognize the Virginia leadership role. ARTBA is proud of the past, present and future work of the Commonwealth in the P3 arena.”
The 20th Anniversary of the Annual Conference on Public-Private Ventures in Transportation attracted more than 350 industry executives, federal, state and local public officials, and financial and policy experts and includes sessions on the latest P3 trends, best practices and techniques, tolling, truck-only lanes and risk allocation in concession agreements. The awards program was created to recognize people and organizations who have had made significant contributions to the understanding and application of P3s in transportation.
Established in 1902, ARTBA represents the U.S. transportation construction industry before Congress, the Executive Branch, federal agencies, news media and general public.
Waynesboro Public Schools School Board Meeting
Thursday, October 9, 2008
School Board Office
301 Pine Avenue Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.
Waynesboro, Virginia 22980
SCHOOL BOARD AND STAFF AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CLOSED SESSION - There will not be a closed session for this meeting.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
• VSBA Media Honor Roll
• VSBA Awards
• Governor’s Bronze Award
CITIZENS TIME - Public Comments
SCHOOL BOARD INSIGHTS, OPPORTUNITIES, AND DISCUSSION
CONSENT AGENDA
• Accept the proposed School Board Agenda as presented.
• Minutes for School Board meeting of September 9, 2008
• Petty Cash Report for the month of September 2008 - None
• Approval of personnel recommendations.
• Additional Appropriation
FINANCIAL REPORTS
SCHOOL BOARD REPORTS
INFORMATION ITEMS
• Maintenance/Energy Conservation Committee
• WOW Grant
• AYP and Accreditation Reports
• Safe Routes to Schools
ACTION ITEMS
• Appointments to Advisory Committees
• Teacher Assessment Update
• Timetable for 2009-10 Budget
• Discipline Policies
ADJOURNMENT
School Board Office
301 Pine Avenue Regular Meeting – 7:00 p.m.
Waynesboro, Virginia 22980
SCHOOL BOARD AND STAFF AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CLOSED SESSION - There will not be a closed session for this meeting.
PUBLIC RECOGNITION
• VSBA Media Honor Roll
• VSBA Awards
• Governor’s Bronze Award
CITIZENS TIME - Public Comments
SCHOOL BOARD INSIGHTS, OPPORTUNITIES, AND DISCUSSION
CONSENT AGENDA
• Accept the proposed School Board Agenda as presented.
• Minutes for School Board meeting of September 9, 2008
• Petty Cash Report for the month of September 2008 - None
• Approval of personnel recommendations.
• Additional Appropriation
FINANCIAL REPORTS
SCHOOL BOARD REPORTS
INFORMATION ITEMS
• Maintenance/Energy Conservation Committee
• WOW Grant
• AYP and Accreditation Reports
• Safe Routes to Schools
ACTION ITEMS
• Appointments to Advisory Committees
• Teacher Assessment Update
• Timetable for 2009-10 Budget
• Discipline Policies
ADJOURNMENT
Missing Juvenile - October 7
On 09/03/08 the Waynesboro Police Department was contacted by the Department of Social Services to assist with locating a 16 year old missing juvenile who had been placed in their custody. Department of Social Service workers were conducting a routine check on the juvenile who was allowed to stay with his biological sister, 23 year old Melissa Kaye King at a residence in the city of Waynesboro. DSS workers and Waynesboro Police Officers quickly discovered that the 16 year old juvenile, Melissa Kaye King and her 24 year old boyfriend, Samuel Pershing McCauley III, had absconded from the residence and were possibly heading to Florida.
On 09/04/08 warrants were obtained on Melissa King and Samuel McCauley III for abduction under VA Code section 18.2-47. The crime of abduction is a class 5 felony punishable by 1-10 years in prison and a $2500 fine. Melissa King and Samuel McCauley III were entered into the NCIC system as wanted persons. The 16 year old male juvenile was also entered into the NCIC system as a missing juvenile.
During the course of the investigation it was discovered that Melissa King had family in Bay County Florida. Investigators from the Waynesboro Police Department contacted investigators from the Bay County Sheriff’s Office, the Panama City Police Department and the Lynn Haven Police Department and asked for assistance with the investigation. As a result of the entry into the NCIC system, the Waynesboro Police Department was contacted by the U.S. Marshals service. The U.S. Marshals service also offered to assist with the investigation. During the next couple of weeks several leads were investigated by all agencies involved in the search. King and McCauley quickly learned that they were being sought by the Police and subsequently fled the state of Florida.
On 09/26/08 it was discovered that Melissa King, Samuel McCauley III, and the 16 year old juvenile were back in Virginia and they were currently staying at a residence in the 2200 block of Jefferson Highway in Fishersville. Surveillance was subsequently set up on the residence. At approximately 5:30 pm the juvenile was observed walking away from the residence by the surveillance team. Once the juvenile was clear from the residence, the surveillance team took him into custody for being a missing juvenile.
As Deputies from the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office, Officers from the Waynesboro Police Department, and Deputies with the U.S. Marshal’s Service were preparing to execute a search warrant at the residence in Fishersville, the surveillance team observed King and McCauley leaving the residence in a maroon Dodge Durango. The surveillance team followed the suspects until Deputies and Officers were in place to safely take the suspects into custody.
At approximately 6:41pm; all teams were in position and a traffic stop was initiated on Eastbound interstate 64 just outside the city limits of Waynesboro. Both suspects were taken into custody without further incident.
The 16 year old juvenile who was the subject of this investigation was turned over to the Department of Social Services.
The investigation into this matter is ongoing and additional charges may be pending.
Any further questions should be directed to Sgt. Kelly Walker at 540-942-6537.
On 09/04/08 warrants were obtained on Melissa King and Samuel McCauley III for abduction under VA Code section 18.2-47. The crime of abduction is a class 5 felony punishable by 1-10 years in prison and a $2500 fine. Melissa King and Samuel McCauley III were entered into the NCIC system as wanted persons. The 16 year old male juvenile was also entered into the NCIC system as a missing juvenile.
During the course of the investigation it was discovered that Melissa King had family in Bay County Florida. Investigators from the Waynesboro Police Department contacted investigators from the Bay County Sheriff’s Office, the Panama City Police Department and the Lynn Haven Police Department and asked for assistance with the investigation. As a result of the entry into the NCIC system, the Waynesboro Police Department was contacted by the U.S. Marshals service. The U.S. Marshals service also offered to assist with the investigation. During the next couple of weeks several leads were investigated by all agencies involved in the search. King and McCauley quickly learned that they were being sought by the Police and subsequently fled the state of Florida.
On 09/26/08 it was discovered that Melissa King, Samuel McCauley III, and the 16 year old juvenile were back in Virginia and they were currently staying at a residence in the 2200 block of Jefferson Highway in Fishersville. Surveillance was subsequently set up on the residence. At approximately 5:30 pm the juvenile was observed walking away from the residence by the surveillance team. Once the juvenile was clear from the residence, the surveillance team took him into custody for being a missing juvenile.
As Deputies from the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office, Officers from the Waynesboro Police Department, and Deputies with the U.S. Marshal’s Service were preparing to execute a search warrant at the residence in Fishersville, the surveillance team observed King and McCauley leaving the residence in a maroon Dodge Durango. The surveillance team followed the suspects until Deputies and Officers were in place to safely take the suspects into custody.
At approximately 6:41pm; all teams were in position and a traffic stop was initiated on Eastbound interstate 64 just outside the city limits of Waynesboro. Both suspects were taken into custody without further incident.
The 16 year old juvenile who was the subject of this investigation was turned over to the Department of Social Services.
The investigation into this matter is ongoing and additional charges may be pending.
Any further questions should be directed to Sgt. Kelly Walker at 540-942-6537.
APPLE DAY - October 7
Douthat State Park is offering Apple Day on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the beach complex representing a celebration of Appalachian Heritage.
Enjoy crisp mountain air and changing leaves and celebrate the fruits of fall. Spend a fun-filled day in the park with apple butter making, traditional Appalachian artisan and craft demonstrations, great food, including a pig roast, and much more.
Enjoy old-fashioned apple butter making beginning at 8 a.m. Stop by with your family to take your turn stirring the kettle. Apple butter will be for sale to take some home and enjoy.
Visit with traditional artisans and crafters as they work from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A few of the demonstrations will include basket weaving, blacksmithing, quilting and beekeeping. Some individuals will offer items for sale.
Come watch as Douthat whips up tasty treats over the flame at the Campfire Cookery program from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Delicious apple treats will be cooking throughout the day. Sample some of the chef's creations. A small serving is $1 and a large serving in a souvenir mug is $5.
Come and find out why it takes brains to tan a hide. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Douthat will have hides and bones on display. Let Douthat share with you some traditional processes for hide tanning.
Play the part of a child from long ago as you test your skills at some frontier games during Appalachian Antics from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Play the games children were playing years ago in the Highlands .
Have you ever wondered how butter is made, how to get the cider from the apple and how you get the corn off the cob? Here is your chance to experience all of this from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sit back and relax as Douthat's hay wagon is pulled through the cabin area and up the mountain around the lodge as your guide tells you all about the history of Douthat State Park . Hay rides will depart from the lower beach parking area at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. and are $3 per person.
District Six Manager Forrest Gladden located at Douthat State Park will be demonstrating techniques used by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the construction of Douthat's facilities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The program will include hand-hewing of logs and shingle making using antique tools.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy music and clogging with entertainment throughout the day.
Performing at 10 a.m. is Heather Berry, 11:05 a.m. Rebels of Rhythm, 11:30 a.m. Daphna Creek , 1 p.m. Southwater, 2:05 p.m. Tri-County Cloggers, 2:30 p.m. Blue Mountain Sunrise , 3:35 p.m. Tri-County Cloggers, and 4 p.m. Against the Grain.
Douthat State Park is also offering guests two special interpretive programs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during Apple Day: Wilderness Survival Adventures featuring Vickie Shufer and The Natural World Through Ancient Eyes featuring Daniel "Firehawk" Abbott.
Vickie Shufer is one of Virginia 's authorities on surviving in nature through the use of native plants for food, shelter, tools and medicinal purposes. You'll be fascinated at the many uses of common plants around you and survival skills you may need to battle Mother Nature.
Learn to build a fire without a match, find "fast food" in the woods, the cure for poison ivy without going to the pharmacy, and so many other fascinating survival skills. In addition to the regularly scheduled public program there will be a special intensive workshop for the first 25 people signed up at the parks.
The Special Workshop being offered from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. is a steal at $10 per person, as you get some hands on training on survival and a Wilderness Survival Workbook to take home. If you are interested in the Vickie Shufer workshop, call the park directly at 540-862-8100 or stop by the office at 14239 Douthat State Park Road , Millboro , Va. , 24460 .
Take a journey back in time with Daniel "Firehawk" Abbott, a direct descendant of the Nanticoke Tribe of Maryland. You'll be spellbound as you listen and watch live demonstrations of the Native American ways in this dynamic presentation. He'll take you to a time before English settlers arrived and then the interaction upon their arrival to America .
You'll see the art of flint knapping, creation of clothing, types of food and construction of shelters, along with hearing fascinating stories of life amongst the tribes of the Chesapeake Bay area.
Douthat State Park will be providing concessions throughout the day for your convenience. Souvenirs and fun food will be available to purchase.
For more information go to www.virginiastateparks.gov, contact the park office at 540-862-8100 or email Douthat State Park at Douthat@dcr.virginia.gov. Don't miss your chance to be caught up in the excitement this summer at Virginia State Parks !
Jaimie Lomasney
Visitor Services Specialist
14239 Douthat State Park Road
Millboro, VA 24460
Office phone: 540-862-8125
Office fax: 540-862-8104
Jaimie.Lomasney@dcr.virginia.gov
Enjoy crisp mountain air and changing leaves and celebrate the fruits of fall. Spend a fun-filled day in the park with apple butter making, traditional Appalachian artisan and craft demonstrations, great food, including a pig roast, and much more.
Enjoy old-fashioned apple butter making beginning at 8 a.m. Stop by with your family to take your turn stirring the kettle. Apple butter will be for sale to take some home and enjoy.
Visit with traditional artisans and crafters as they work from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A few of the demonstrations will include basket weaving, blacksmithing, quilting and beekeeping. Some individuals will offer items for sale.
Come watch as Douthat whips up tasty treats over the flame at the Campfire Cookery program from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Delicious apple treats will be cooking throughout the day. Sample some of the chef's creations. A small serving is $1 and a large serving in a souvenir mug is $5.
Come and find out why it takes brains to tan a hide. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Douthat will have hides and bones on display. Let Douthat share with you some traditional processes for hide tanning.
Play the part of a child from long ago as you test your skills at some frontier games during Appalachian Antics from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Play the games children were playing years ago in the Highlands .
Have you ever wondered how butter is made, how to get the cider from the apple and how you get the corn off the cob? Here is your chance to experience all of this from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sit back and relax as Douthat's hay wagon is pulled through the cabin area and up the mountain around the lodge as your guide tells you all about the history of Douthat State Park . Hay rides will depart from the lower beach parking area at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. and are $3 per person.
District Six Manager Forrest Gladden located at Douthat State Park will be demonstrating techniques used by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the construction of Douthat's facilities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The program will include hand-hewing of logs and shingle making using antique tools.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy music and clogging with entertainment throughout the day.
Performing at 10 a.m. is Heather Berry, 11:05 a.m. Rebels of Rhythm, 11:30 a.m. Daphna Creek , 1 p.m. Southwater, 2:05 p.m. Tri-County Cloggers, 2:30 p.m. Blue Mountain Sunrise , 3:35 p.m. Tri-County Cloggers, and 4 p.m. Against the Grain.
Douthat State Park is also offering guests two special interpretive programs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during Apple Day: Wilderness Survival Adventures featuring Vickie Shufer and The Natural World Through Ancient Eyes featuring Daniel "Firehawk" Abbott.
Vickie Shufer is one of Virginia 's authorities on surviving in nature through the use of native plants for food, shelter, tools and medicinal purposes. You'll be fascinated at the many uses of common plants around you and survival skills you may need to battle Mother Nature.
Learn to build a fire without a match, find "fast food" in the woods, the cure for poison ivy without going to the pharmacy, and so many other fascinating survival skills. In addition to the regularly scheduled public program there will be a special intensive workshop for the first 25 people signed up at the parks.
The Special Workshop being offered from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. is a steal at $10 per person, as you get some hands on training on survival and a Wilderness Survival Workbook to take home. If you are interested in the Vickie Shufer workshop, call the park directly at 540-862-8100 or stop by the office at 14239 Douthat State Park Road , Millboro , Va. , 24460 .
Take a journey back in time with Daniel "Firehawk" Abbott, a direct descendant of the Nanticoke Tribe of Maryland. You'll be spellbound as you listen and watch live demonstrations of the Native American ways in this dynamic presentation. He'll take you to a time before English settlers arrived and then the interaction upon their arrival to America .
You'll see the art of flint knapping, creation of clothing, types of food and construction of shelters, along with hearing fascinating stories of life amongst the tribes of the Chesapeake Bay area.
Douthat State Park will be providing concessions throughout the day for your convenience. Souvenirs and fun food will be available to purchase.
For more information go to www.virginiastateparks.gov, contact the park office at 540-862-8100 or email Douthat State Park at Douthat@dcr.virginia.gov. Don't miss your chance to be caught up in the excitement this summer at Virginia State Parks !
Jaimie Lomasney
Visitor Services Specialist
14239 Douthat State Park Road
Millboro, VA 24460
Office phone: 540-862-8125
Office fax: 540-862-8104
Jaimie.Lomasney@dcr.virginia.gov
Armed Robbery - October 7
On 09/30/08 at approximately 9:33pm the Waynesboro Police Department responded to the Texaco Station located at 501 Rife road in reference to an armed robbery. Upon arrival officers were informed that a male suspect, wearing all black clothing, and a black ski mask displayed a silver handgun and demanded money from the store clerk. After receiving an undisclosed amount of money from the clerk the suspect then fled on foot heading North through the alleyway in the 700 block of Chestnut avenue.
Within minutes officers quickly established a perimeter and a Police K-9 began to track the suspect. The Police K-9 continued the track for several blocks through the alleyway but the suspect could not be located.
Nobody was injured as a result of the robbery.
No further information is available at this time.
Any further questions should be directed to Sgt. Kelly Walker at 540-942-6537.
Within minutes officers quickly established a perimeter and a Police K-9 began to track the suspect. The Police K-9 continued the track for several blocks through the alleyway but the suspect could not be located.
Nobody was injured as a result of the robbery.
No further information is available at this time.
Any further questions should be directed to Sgt. Kelly Walker at 540-942-6537.
Crimora Fire - September 16
September 16, 2008- 12:00pm Crimora Firefighters responded to structure fire at the Collision Repair Center. No one was in the building at the time of the fire, but there where several cars that where being worked on in side.
The fire companies responded to the incident, Augusta County Fire and Rescue, as well as volunteer fire companies from Dooms, New Hope, Wilson and Fishersville.
There was damage to a firetruck windshield when a peace of debre was ejected from the building from a small explosion.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Photo/Story
Nathan Combs
I-81 back up in Augusta county - September 16
LEFT LANE NOW OPEN AT I-81 SOUTHBOUND ACCIDENT SITE IN AUGUSTA COUNTY
STAUNTON – The left lane is open at the Interstate 81 southbound accident site in Augusta County . Earlier today there was a tractor trailer accident on I-81, southbound at mile marker 213. Exit 213 is located at Route 11 in Greenville in Augusta County .
Motorists should be aware that the off-ramp at exit 213A remains closed. Travelers can exit I-81 at exit 213B and turn around to proceed on Route 11.
Motorists should still expect delays in this area.
The Virginia Department of Transportation Traffic Operation Center first reported the accident just after 7 a.m. today. A tractor trailer was involved in a vehicle fire. Currently the fire is out but operations to remove the tractor trailer and debris are being implemented.
Updates on this accident and other real-time traffic information can be obtained by dialing 511 on any landline or wireless phone. (TTY/TDD users, call 711). Traffic alerts and traveler information also are available at 511Virginia.org.
Highway safety is everyone’s responsibility. Virginia’s highway safety partnership — the Virginia Department of Transportation, Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and Virginia State Police — challenges you to help prevent highway fatalities. Buckle up. Avoid distractions. Share the road. Drive drug- and alcohol-free. Obey speed limits. For more information on the Highway Safety Challenge and things you can do to avoid becoming Virginia ’s next traffic fatality, visit www.safeVAhighways.org.
I-81 SOUTHBOUND TRAFFIC IS BACKED UP IN AUGUSTA COUNTY DUE TO TRACTOR TRAILER ACCIDENT
STAUNTON – A tractor trailer accident on Interstate 81, southbound at mile marker 213 has traffic backed up seven miles at 9:45 a.m. today. Traffic is being detoured at exit 217 located at Route 654 at Mint Spring. Traffic will proceed on Route 11 to exit 213B and enter the I-81 southbound lanes at that point. Exit 213 is located at Route 11 in Greenville in Augusta County .
The Virginia Department of Transportation Traffic Operation Center first reported the accident just after 7 a.m. today. The tractor trailer was involved in a vehicle fire. Currently the fire is out but operations to remove the tractor trailer are being secured.
Updates on this accident and other real-time traffic information can be obtained by dialing 511 on any landline or wireless phone. (TTY/TDD users, call 711). Traffic alerts and traveler information also are available at 511Virginia.org.
Highway safety is everyone’s responsibility. Virginia’s highway safety partnership — the Virginia Department of Transportation, Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and Virginia State Police — challenges you to help prevent highway fatalities. Buckle up. Avoid distractions. Share the road. Drive drug- and alcohol-free. Obey speed limits. For more information on the Highway Safety Challenge and things you can do to avoid becoming Virginia ’s next traffic fatality, visit www.safeVAhighways.org.
STAUNTON – The left lane is open at the Interstate 81 southbound accident site in Augusta County . Earlier today there was a tractor trailer accident on I-81, southbound at mile marker 213. Exit 213 is located at Route 11 in Greenville in Augusta County .
Motorists should be aware that the off-ramp at exit 213A remains closed. Travelers can exit I-81 at exit 213B and turn around to proceed on Route 11.
Motorists should still expect delays in this area.
The Virginia Department of Transportation Traffic Operation Center first reported the accident just after 7 a.m. today. A tractor trailer was involved in a vehicle fire. Currently the fire is out but operations to remove the tractor trailer and debris are being implemented.
Updates on this accident and other real-time traffic information can be obtained by dialing 511 on any landline or wireless phone. (TTY/TDD users, call 711). Traffic alerts and traveler information also are available at 511Virginia.org.
Highway safety is everyone’s responsibility. Virginia’s highway safety partnership — the Virginia Department of Transportation, Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and Virginia State Police — challenges you to help prevent highway fatalities. Buckle up. Avoid distractions. Share the road. Drive drug- and alcohol-free. Obey speed limits. For more information on the Highway Safety Challenge and things you can do to avoid becoming Virginia ’s next traffic fatality, visit www.safeVAhighways.org.
I-81 SOUTHBOUND TRAFFIC IS BACKED UP IN AUGUSTA COUNTY DUE TO TRACTOR TRAILER ACCIDENT
STAUNTON – A tractor trailer accident on Interstate 81, southbound at mile marker 213 has traffic backed up seven miles at 9:45 a.m. today. Traffic is being detoured at exit 217 located at Route 654 at Mint Spring. Traffic will proceed on Route 11 to exit 213B and enter the I-81 southbound lanes at that point. Exit 213 is located at Route 11 in Greenville in Augusta County .
The Virginia Department of Transportation Traffic Operation Center first reported the accident just after 7 a.m. today. The tractor trailer was involved in a vehicle fire. Currently the fire is out but operations to remove the tractor trailer are being secured.
Updates on this accident and other real-time traffic information can be obtained by dialing 511 on any landline or wireless phone. (TTY/TDD users, call 711). Traffic alerts and traveler information also are available at 511Virginia.org.
Highway safety is everyone’s responsibility. Virginia’s highway safety partnership — the Virginia Department of Transportation, Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles and Virginia State Police — challenges you to help prevent highway fatalities. Buckle up. Avoid distractions. Share the road. Drive drug- and alcohol-free. Obey speed limits. For more information on the Highway Safety Challenge and things you can do to avoid becoming Virginia ’s next traffic fatality, visit www.safeVAhighways.org.
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