Central MA Planning Organization

Notice of Virtual Public Meeting A notice is hereby given regarding the availability of the following documents/materials for public review and comments by decision makers, stakeholders, and the public: Proposed 2026 – 2030 TIP Amendment #2 Proposed New Critical Rural & Urban Freight Corridors What is the TIP? The CMMPO TIP lists the highway and transit projects in the CMMPO region that are programmed to receive federal funds during these fiscal years. The Proposed Amendment #2 to the 2026-2030 TIP has been released for a 21-day public review and comment period. Proposed Amendment #2 changes to the highway project listing are: • 610535 – Worcester – Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvements on Pleasant Street: In FFY 2026, STBG target funding will be reduced by $3,466,213 and earmark funding (HPP) will be added under Section 1B (Earmark or Discretionary Grant Funded Projects) in the amount of $1,615,550. The updated total project cost is now $4,158,179. • S13376 – Southbridge – Hamilton Street Reconstruction Project (FY 2024 BUILD Grant) – Design Only: This Discretionary Grant will be added to FFY 2026 with earmark funding (HPP) in the amount of $1,120,384 under Section 1B (Earmark or Discretionary Grant Funded Projects). • 608862 – Southbridge – Bridge Replacement, S-21-009, Mill Street over McKinstry Brook and S-21-003, Mill Street over the Quinebaug River: In FFY 2026, a cost increase of $1,239,170 will be added to this project and the updated total project cost is $11,232,073. • 612195 – Worcester – Superstructure Replacement, W-44-0091, I-290 over East Central Street: Currently programmed in FFY 2026 & 2027. Funding in 2027 is being removed and additional funding will be added to 2026. The funding source for this project is now NHPP ($12,696,662) & NHPP-PEN ($23,041,525). The updated total project cost is now $35,738,187, which is an increase of $4,808,426. • 612092 – Uxbridge – Bridge Replacement, U-02-051, Homeward Avenue over Providence Railroad: This project will be added to FFY 2027 in Section 2A (Federal Aid Funded State Prioritized Reliability Projects) and funded with STBG-BR-OFF in the amount of $3,741,988. • 612191 – Auburn – Bridge Replacement, A-17-003, Oxford Street over Kettle Brook: This project is being moved from FFY 2027 to FFY 2029 with an updated total project cost of $19,577,600. • 613367 – Westborough – Fisher Street Improvements (SRTS): This project is being moved from FFY 2028 to FFY 2029 with an updated total project cost of $3,278,903. Critical Rural and Urban Freight Corridors are corridors that are public roads which provide access and connection to Interstates, public transportation facilities, or other intermodal transportation facilities. The meeting agenda and summary materials pertaining to the above listed documents are available on the CMRPC website calendar at https://cmrpc.org/event/cmmpo-2026-2030-tip- amendment-2-and-proposed-critical-freight-routes-virtual-public-meeting/. There will be opportunities for the public to comment on the Proposed TIP Amendment #2and new Proposed Freight Corridors during the virtual ZOOM meeting Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The Zoom meeting connection details are included on the meeting agenda. All written comments can be sent to Kevin Krasnecky at kkrasnecky@cmrpc.org and all comments received before Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 4:30PM will be fully considered. CMMPO meetings are conducted in accessible locations and materials can be provided in accessible formats free of charge upon request (including but not limited to interpreters in American Sign Language and languages other than English, open or closed captioning for videos, alternative material formats such as audio, Braille, and large print), as available. Interpreter and other translation requests must be made at least fourteen (14) business days before the meeting. Materials in alternative formats must be requested at least three (3) business days prior to the meeting. For accommodations or language assistance, or to request information or file a complaint, contact the CMMPO Title VI Coordinator by phone at (508) 756- 7717, by fax at (508) 792-6818, or by email at TitleVICoordinator@cmrpc.org. The Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA), the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5307 (c) grant applicant, a member of the CMMPO, states that the public involvement process adopted for the development of the TIP satisfies the public hearing requirements that pertain to the development of the Program of Projects for regular Section 5307, Urbanized Area Formula Program, grant applications including the provision for public notice and the time established for public review and comment. The CMMPO fully complies with all Federal and Commonwealth of Massachusetts nondiscrimination protections, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statuses and regulations, in all of its programs and activities. The CMMPO does not discriminate on the basis of: race, color, national origin, English proficiency, or age, ancestry, background, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, income, religion, sex, sexual orientation or expression, or military status. Any person who believes himself/herself or through a representative have been discriminated against can file a complaint with the CMMPO. A complaint must be filed no later than 180 days after the date on which the person believes the discrimination occurred. Title VI prohibits discrimination in federally assisted programs and requires that no person in the United States of America shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin (including Limited English Proficiency) be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal assistance. Related federal non-discrimination laws administered by the Federal Highway Administration, the Federal Transit Administration prohibit discrimination on the basis of age, sex and disability. These protected categories are contemplated within CMMPO’s Title VI Program, consistent with federal interpretation and administration. Additionally, CMMPO provides meaningful access to its programs, services and activities to individuals with limited English proficiency, in compliance with US Department of Transportation policy and guidance on federal Executive Order 13166. CMMPO also complies with the Massachusetts Public Accommodation Law, M.G.L. Chapter 272, Sections 92a, 98, and 98a prohibiting making any distinction, discrimination, or restriction in admission to or treatment in place of public accommodation based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or ancestry. Likewise, CMMPO complies with the Governor’s Executive Order 526, Section 4 requiring that all of its programs, activities, and services provided, performed, licensed, chartered, funded, regulated, or contracted shall be conducted without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, or background. If this information is needed in another language, please visit www.cmrpc.org and use the Google Translate feature. Translations English: If this information is needed in another language, please visit www.cmrpc.org and use the Google Translate feature. Portuguese: Se esta informação é necessária em outro idioma, por favor visite www.cmrpc.org e use o Google Translate. Spanish: Si necesita esta información en otro idioma, por favor visite www.cmrpc.org y utilice Google Translate. French: Si vous désirez ces renseignements dans une autre langue, prière de vous server de Google Translate qui se trouve à l’adresse suivante:www.cmrpc.org. Polish: Jeżeli informacja zawarta na stronie www.cmrpc.org jest potrzebna w innym języku, prosimy o skorzystanie z funkcji Google translate. Vietnamese: Nếu thông tin này là cần thiết trong một ngôn ngữ khác, vui lòng truy cập www.cmrpc.org và sử dụng các tính năng của Google Translate. Chinese (Traditional): 如果此信息需要以另一種語言，請訪問www.cmrpc.org並使用谷歌翻譯功能。  Virtual Public Meeting to Discuss the Proposed Amendment #2 to the 2026-2030 TIP Highway Project Listing & Proposed New Rural & Urban Freight Corridors Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Time: 5:00 PM Place: This meeting will be held virtually through ZOOM. Connection details are included on this agenda and meeting materials are available on the CMRPC website calendar at https://cmrpc.org/event/cmmpo- 2026-2030-tip-amendment-2-and-proposed-critical-freight-routes-virtual-public-meeting/. AGENDA 1. Call to Order & Introductions 2. Proposed 2026-2030 TIP Amendment #2 • TIP Amendment #2 Overview • Acceptance of Public Comment & Input 3. Proposed New Rural & Urban Critical Freight Corridors • Critical Freight Corridors Overview • Acceptance of Public Comment & Input 4. Adjournment Please Note: All comments on the Proposed Amendment #2 to the 2026-2030 TIP and Proposed New Critical Freight Corridors should be forwarded to Kevin Krasnecky at kkrasnecky@cmrpc.org prior to the CMMPO- established 4:30 PM deadline on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. CMMPO meetings are conducted in accessible locations and materials can be provided in accessible formats free of charge upon request (including but not limited to interpreters in American Sign Language and languages other than English, open or closed captioning for videos, alternative material formats such as audio, Braille, and large print), as available. Interpreter and other translation requests must be made at least fourteen (14) business days before the meeting. Materials in alternative formats must be requested at least three (3) business days prior to the meeting. The CMMPO fully complies with all Federal and Commonwealth of Massachusetts nondiscrimination protections, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statuses and regulations, in all of its programs and activities. The CMMPO does not discriminate on the basis of: race, color, national origin, English proficiency, or age, ancestry, background, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, income, religion, sex, sexual orientation or expression, or military status. Any person who believes himself/herself or through a representative have been discriminated can file a complaint with the CMMPO. A complaint must be filed no later than 180 days after the date on which the person believes the discrimination occurred. For accommodations or language assistance, or to request information or file a complaint, contact the CMMPO Title VI Coordinator by phone at (508) 756-7717, by fax at (508) 792-6818, or by email at TitleVICoordinator@cmrpc.org. 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