Mobility Authority Hosts Sixth Open House for MoPac South Environmental Study

(Austin, Texas) – The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (Mobility Authority) and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), will host a sixth open house for the MoPac South Environmental Study beginning Tues., Nov. 12, 2024.

The MoPac South Project Team will share information about the Recommended Build Alternative and the environmental study process so far. The Recommended Build Alternative comes following analysis of five build alternatives, six operational configuration options, and public involvement over the course of more than 10 years. A No Build, or “do nothing” Alternative is being carried forward as a baseline for comparison.

“The MoPac South corridor continues to be ranked among the most congested corridors in Texas,” said James Bass, executive director for the Mobility Authority. “Extensive collaboration with the public has made the Project what it is today, with potential benefits for residents, drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.”

The Open House is being held virtually and in-person to provide an opportunity for all members of the public to participate in the process.

About the Public Meeting
The virtual Public Meeting will begin at 5 p.m. Tues., Nov. 12, 2024, and be available for viewing until Sun., Dec. 29, 2024. Participants will be able to access the virtual Public Meeting by visiting voh.mopacsouth.com. Virtual participants will be able to view exhibits, review the proposed schematic, and submit official comments.

The in-person Public Meeting will take place Tues. Nov. 12, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Austin High School cafeteria located at 1715 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78703. Participants will be able to view exhibit boards, review the proposed schematic, speak to the project team, and submit official comments.

How to Comment
The official comment period for the Public Meeting begins on Tues., Nov. 12, 2024 and will remain open through Sun., Dec. 29, 2024. Comments may be submitted through one of the following methods:

For more information on the MoPac South Environmental Study, visit mopacsouth.com.

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The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority is a local, independent government agency created in 2002 to improve the regional transportation system in Travis and Williamson counties. The Mobility Authority implements innovative and sustainable transportation options to enhance quality of life and economic vitality in Central Texas. The Mobility Authority operates 183A Toll, 290 Toll, the 71 Toll Lane, the MoPac Express Lane, the 45SW Toll Road, and the 183 Toll Road. The agency is also constructing the 183A Phase III Project in Williamson County, and the 183 North Mobility Project in north Austin. For more information about the Mobility Authority, visit www.MobilityAuthority.com.

About the Texas Department of Transportation  
The Texas Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining 80,000 miles of road and for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation across the state. TxDOT and its 12,000 employees are committed to working with others to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for Texas by maintaining a safe system, addressing congestion, connecting Texas communities, and being a Best in Class state agency. Find out more at www.TxDOT.gov.