The state Department of Transportation is once again seeking the public’s input on The New Mix Program, which will address the long-term needs of Waterbury’s Interstate 84/Route 8 interchange. There will be two virtual meetings today: one at noon and the other at 6 p.m. Those interested in participating and listening to the meetings can go to newmixwaterbury.com. Waterbury’s I-84/Route 8 interchange, which is commonly known as the Mixmaster, will approach the end of its serviceable life in 25 years, according to the DOT. Morgan said one of the long-term goals of the project is to reduce the number of crashes in the area and alleviate some of the traffic congestion that builds up during rush hour. Morgan said some options the DOT could pursue for the interchange include reconstruction and rehabilitation which would involve no major changes; looking at ways to shift the interchange and align it with I-84 and Route 8; relocating on-ramps and off-ramps; and looking at alternate travel options.
