WEST GARDINER - As seasonal traffic volumes increase, and many road construction projects begin in Maine, public and private road workers are coming together to remind drivers to stay alert and drive carefully - especially in work zones. Tomorrow, the Maine Department of Transportation, Maine Turnpike Authority, Maine State Police, Associated General Contractors of Maine, and AAA Northern New England will be holding a press conference to highlight the importance of safe driving.

WHO: Rebecca Grover - Maine Turnpike Authority Shawn Smith - Maine Department of Transportation Sgt. Seth Allen - Maine State Police Kelly Flagg - Associated General Contractors of Maine Tom Baran - AAA Northern New England

WHAT: Interviews, information, and visuals about work zone safety

WHERE: Maine Turnpike Authority, West Gardiner Maintenance Facility 199 Lewiston Rd. West Gardiner, Maine

WHEN: Monday, April 17th 11:00 a.m.

ADDITIONAL MEDIA CONTACT: Rebecca Grover - Maine Turnpike Authority 207-838-6795 [email protected]