TxDOT

TxDOT paves way for Central Texas road projects
Austin Business Journal

At its meeting on Thursday the Texas Transportation Commission signed off on funding for two Central Texas highway projects in Southwest Austin and Williamson County.

Two new flyovers at the intersection of U.S. Highway 190 and MoPac Expressway were approved as part of a list of 10 “pass-through” projects around the state. Pass-through financing allows local municipalities to pay project costs and get reimbursed from the state as the project becomes operational, thereby letting local officials reprioritize and accelerate projects important to the region.

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via Austin Business Journal

Community Action Network

Officials and air quality experts in the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area warn that the region is down to the wire on staying within ozone limitations this year – and fending off an EPA designation that could hinder the region for the next 20 years.

August and September historically have the highest number of days when ground-level ozone measurements exceed the federal standard. The area’s “Big Push” campaign is making one last effort to convince individuals and businesses to reduce the number of motor vehicle trips, to reduce energy consumption, and to be mindful of activities which can increase ozone emissions.

The public can take the “Your air. Your commitment.” pledge online at www.ozoneheroes.com to become an Ozone Action Hero (and get a free T-shirt). The public and businesses can also take the “Commuter Challenge” during Commute Solutions month in September.

The Central Texas region includes Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Travis and Williamson counties. For more information on ozone and what we can all do to make a difference, please visit  www.cityofaustin.org/airquality and www.cleanairforce.org.
via CA News (8/19/09)