Texas Transportation Officials Schedule Open House Centered On South I-10 Project

SOUTH AUSTIN, TX — Transportation officials have scheduled an open house next month for the so-called South 10-Mile Comprehensive Project stretching from Riverside Drive to SH 45SE in South Austin.

The South 10 project would add an express lane in each direction of I-35 and address all remaining safety and mobility improvements proposed under the Mobility35 Program, officials said. Two alternatives are being considered: a build alternative consisting of express lanes with direct transit accommodation and a no-build alternative. The build alternative would provide bus transit access to and from the express lanes with dedicated bus-only ramp access in specific locations, officials added.

Texas Department of Transportation official explained that the purpose of the open house is to share information on proposed improvements included in the South 10-Mile Comprehensive Project, which stretches from Riverside Drive to SH 45SE. The open house will allow attendees the opportunity to review and comment on the proposed project, which is part of the overall Mobility35 Program, officials said.

Displays will be available and project staff will be present to answer questions during the gathering. Attendees may come and go at their convenience, officials noted.

The informational session is scheduled to take place at Akins High School, 10701 S. 1st St. on Jan. 12 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Those unable to attend the meeting in person but would like to learn more about the project or submit a comment can visit the online virtual open house between Jan. 12 and Jan. 26, 2017.

Comments may also be mailed by Jan. 26, 2017 to:
Mobility 35 Environmental Specialist - TxDOT Austin District
P.O. Box 15426
Austin, TX 78761-5426
Or faxed by Jan. 26, 2017 to (512) 832-7157 (Attn: Mobility 35 Environmental Specialist)
Those who have communication or accommodation needs are encouraged to call the Project Manager at (512) 832-7298 at least three business days prior to the Jan. 12 open house. Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate these needs, officials said.

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