Austin Residents Can 'Meet The Contractor' On MoPac Project

AUSTIN, TX — Transportation officials invite the public to hear what's being done to minimize construction-related impacts as they prepare to start improvements along Loop 1 (MoPac), during an open house scheduled this Friday.

Texas Department of Transportation officials are poised to begin work along the key artery between Slaughter Lane and La Cross Avenue in mid-January. The planned improvements are aimed to enhance safety and mobility in a fast-growing part of Austin, officials said.

To ensure residents learn TxDot's plans to minimize construction-related impacts to drivers and nearby businesses, officials have scheduled a "Meet the Contractor" open house. At the gathering, members of the public will learn details about the various road enhancements, lane closures, traffic adjustments and project milestones.

Those attending will will be able to ask questions and provide feedback. The contractor on the $53.5 million project is Webber, LLC.

WHEN: Friday, Jan. 12, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

WHERE: Circle C Community Center, 7817 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX 78739

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