Open House and Workshop for River Gateway Study in Hartford and East Hartford

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) will conduct an open house and workshop for the River Gateway component of the Greater Hartford Mobility Program on Monday, December 7, 2026, from 3:00-7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in-person at Hartford Public Library Main Branch, in the Travelers Center for Arts and Culture Room at 500 Main Street in Hartford. The meeting location is ADA accessible.

River Gateway is a core component of the Greater Hartford Mobility Program (GHMP). The goal of this study is to improve Hartford's connections to the Connecticut River and East Hartford, reconnect downtown to surrounding neighborhoods, and address traffic operational deficiencies on I-91 and the Whitehead Highway. The study will evaluate potential improvements to connections across I-91, the Whitehead Highway, local and regional transportation networks, and a potential new local bridge across the Connecticut River.

The project team will introduce the study, share information on existing conditions, and gather input on transportation needs, constraints, opportunities, and desired connections within the study area. Participants will be able to review materials, ask questions, and provide comments in an interactive, station-based format. This is a drop-in style, in-person workshop, and will not have a virtual component.

For information on attending the meeting and ways to provide comments and ask questions, please visit portal.ct.gov/RiverGateway.

This project is currently in the planning and concept development stage. The study is currently focused on existing conditions, community input, project visioning, and the development and evaluation of potential concepts. More detailed information on implementation, costs, and funding will be developed as concepts advance.

Individuals with hearing and/or speech disabilities may dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS). Individuals may also request that project information be mailed to them within one week by contacting Kevin Burnham, at [email protected] or 860-594-3485.

Language assistance may be requested by contacting the CTDOT Language Assistance Call Line 860-594-2109. Requests should be made at least five business days prior to the meeting. Language assistance is provided at no cost to the public and efforts will be made to respond to timely requests for assistance.

Members of the public can submit comments and questions following the meeting. Please submit comments and questions to [email protected] or 860-594-2020. Please reference Project No. 0063-0744 in the email or voicemail.