FDOT to host public meetings October 17 and 19 for proposed improvements to State Road 24 in Waldo
Press release from Florida Department of Transportation
WALDO, Fla – The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host a Hybrid Public meeting to discuss the proposed improvements for State Road 24 (Waldo Road) Resurfacing Project from west of Northeast 141st Drive to U.S. 301 in Alachua County, Florida. In addition to resurfacing, proposed improvements include: maintaining the same number of travel lanes through Waldo as currently exist, the addition of special emphasis crosswalks at Cole Street, a rectangular rapid flashing beacon at Earle Street, improvements at the Waldo Road and U.S. 301 intersection, and a new bicycle lane in front of the First Baptist Church.
There are several options to participate. The Public Meeting will take place virtually Tuesday, October 17, beginning with an online open house from 5:30 to 6 p.m., followed by a presentation and public comment period at 6 p.m. To attend the virtual meeting, log on to www.nflroads.com/Waldo or by phone at (213) 493-0005 and enter access code 182-614-426.
An in-person meeting will be held Thursday, October 19, at the Waldo City Square located at 14450 Northeast 148th Avenue, Waldo, FL 32694, with an open house from 4:30 to 6 p.m., followed by a presentation and public comment period at 6 p.m.
This meeting serves to inform the public of the proposed improvements and serves as an official forum for the public to express their opinions and concerns regarding the project.