Supporters say it would enhance driver safety, help reduce traffic congestion, and address flood mitigation.
said that after much discussion over nearly the past two years with the Texas Department of Transportation, which is in charge of the expansion project, local officials plan to back the proposal.
"There is no perfect design and it doesn’t say that everyone will be pleased. But on balance, with the improvements ... I think you have an excellent project ... that will benefit the greater good of the Houston community, Harris County and the region," Turner said.Turner on Monday signed an agreement with TxDOT on the project and officials with Harris County, where Houston is located, were expected to approve a similar agreement during a meeting Thursday.
Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia said he believes the changes to the project have focused on factors important to the community, including air quality, flood mitigation and inclusivity.In a statement, the Federal Highway Administration said its civil rights and environmental reviews "are ongoing, as are discussions for a potential voluntary resolution agreement. We are working to resolve the matter soon.
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