DriveERT is about connecting the communities of Norfolk and Portsmouth. The updated Midtown and Downtown tunnels and MLK Expressway bring safer, more efficient transportation to the region.
Improving connectivity between Norfolk and Portsmouth has been a top priority for the Hampton Roads region for many years. The Elizabeth River Tunnels project, managed by Elizabeth River Crossings OpCo, LLC along with the Virginia Department of Transportation, made crucial advancements to the Midtown and Downtown tunnels as well as the MLK Expressway. Elizabeth River Crossings OpCo, LLC continues to operate and maintain thesefacilitiestoday.
In order to fund the project, VDOT and ERC OpCo, LLC entered into a 58-year public-private partnership (P3), which allowed the funding for the tunnels and road improvements to be provided in advance. This included a mandate that the funds would be paid back over several decades through the collection of tolls. Without this funding, the existing tunnels and roadways would have continued to deteriorate.
Travelers in the area save time by using the tunnels; also saving fuel and reducing gas emissions. Since the tunnels have been updated, Hampton Roads Transit has expanded service time and increased route frequency between Norfolk and Portsmouth. This encourages public transportation use and saves millions of dollars per year in travel time.
Roadway improvements and construction began in June 2012. Tolls began at the Midtown and Downtown tunnels on February 1, 2014 and will continue through April 13, 2070. By usingE-ZPass, drivers pay the lowest tolls in the tunnels.
On December 30, 2020, ERC was aquired by Abertis and Manulife Investment Management. Through the consortium, Abertis holds 55.2% of the asset and Manulife holds the remaining 44.8%.
FAQs
These will be questions about age, citizenship or immigration status, education level, criminal history, drug abuse history, and medical conditions. The recruiter may weigh you, and ask to see personal paperwork (birth certificate, high school diploma, social security card, etc.).
What questions should I ask the military? ›
How did you imagine military life before you joined? How did your perceptions change after serving? What was basic training like? Can you describe a funny moment from boot camp?
Is the Army a good career? ›
There are many types of jobs in the military, and with the abundance of training provided, your service member is almost certain to earn promotions and advance their military career. Even after the military, service members have their training to rely on to help them find a job.
What should I not tell my military recruiter? ›
*Never give false information or cover up anything. Be honest about police records, health problems, and school. If you lie to a recruiter, you will suffer when the truth comes out. It's wrong, and in some cases illegal, for a recruiter to tell you a lie.
Should I tell my recruiter everything? ›
The most important thing when it comes to meeting with a military recruiter is to always tell the truth. It's far better to be honest and to be disqualified early on, rather than to waste your time - and risk an administrative discharge later on down the road.
What is the 3 1 rule military? ›
² This rule posits that the attacker needs a local advantage of at least 3:1 in combat power to break through a defender's front at a specific point. Epstein purports to offer historical evidence that disconfirms the 3:1 rule.
What is the hardest thing to join in the military? ›
The hardest military branch to get into in terms of education requirements is the Air Force. The military branch with the toughest basic training is the Marine Corps. The hardest military branch for non-males because of exclusivity and male dominance is the Marine Corps.
How do I prepare for a military recruiter meeting? ›
Having a list of prepared questions can get recruiters back to talking about their branch, not the others. Ask about the commitment, benefits and “boot camp,” or basic training. Ask about the mental and physical requirements required. If you're out of shape, you may have plenty of time to begin a training program.
What should I bring to a military recruiter? ›
What documents do I need to start the recruiting process? Your recruiter will give you a list of documents you need. They may include government IDs like driver's license, social security card, high school diploma, birth certificate, college transcripts, medical documents, court documents, etc.
