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Receive a presentation from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and Freese & Nichols, Inc. regarding the US-62 (Rogers Lane): From 82nd Street in Lawton, East to I-44 Safety Improvements Project.
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INITIATOR: Richard Rogalski, Deputy City Manager
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: Joe Painter, City Engineer
BACKGROUND: The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) and their consultant, Freese & Nichols have been developing plans for the US-62 (Rogers Lane): From 82nd Street in Lawton, East to I-44 Safety Improvements Project. The project, which is estimated at $5.5 million, is currently scheduled for FFY 2027 in ODOT’s Eight Year Construction Work Plan but could be moved forward as funding becomes available. Prior to beginning the public participation portion of the project, ODOT would like to present the proposals in the project to the City Council, as a courtesy, so that you are aware of the proposed improvements/modifications and have an opportunity to ask questions and make comments. Since the formal public presentation and comment period will be forthcoming, ODOT has requested that this presentation not include public comment.
EXHIBIT: The presentation will be provided at the meeting
KEY ISSUES: These recommendations will improve the safety on this section of US 62/Rogers Lane.
FUNDING SOURCE: ODOT
STAFF RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION: Receive a presentation from the Oklahoma Department of Transportation and Freese & Nichols, Inc. regarding the US-62 (Rogers Lane): From 82nd Street in Lawton, East to I-44 Safety Improvements Project and provide comments.