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Following Fatal Crash, DOT To Install Rumble Strips On Route 60

Last month’s fatal collision on Route 60 has put a wider spotlight on a road many consider unsafe.

Though it’s still not known what caused 19-year-old Justin Romaniuk of Lakewood to veer into the opposing lane and strike a bus in January, the need for increased safety precautions on Route 60 has been an almost unanimous response.

On Friday, Assemblyman Andy Goodell said the New York State Department of Transportation will be installing centerline rumble strips on Route 60 between Gerry and Cassadaga.

Installation of the rumble strips, known as Centerline Audible Roadway Delineators, or CARDs, is expected to begin this summer.

Goodell, R-Jamestown, said the project, which is part of a multi-year strategy to improve the safety of Route 60, was elevated in priority after last month’s accident.

“After the accident, (the State Legislature) reached out to the State DOT and asked them what can be done,” Goodell said. “The DOT has already installed CARDs from Fredonia to Cassadaga, and from Gerry to Jamestown. I’m very pleased they are moving forward as quickly as possible to address this situation.”

See tomorrow’s edition of The Post-Journal for the complete story.

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