Brownwood News
The Texas Transportation Commission approved more than $25 million worth of bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects to be constructed in nonurban areas. Funding for the 33 non-traditional transportation projects was made available through the federal Transportation Alternative Program (TAP).
Included in the approved projects was $492,226.00 for the City of Early to construct approximately one mile of sidewalks and another approximately one-half mile of bicycle lanes. The sidewalks will connect Early school campuses with area neighborhoods, as well as CARR’s new multimodal transportation facility. Bicycle lanes will be constructed on East River Oaks Road from US 84/183, then up Sudderth Drive to the elementary and middle school campuses.
“The Brownwood District is excited that the City of Early was approved for this funding,” said TxDOT Environmental Specialist Andrew Chisholm, who worked with city officials during the program’s application phase. “Early’s project precisely meets the intent of these funds. By providing new sidewalks and bicycle lanes, pedestrians and cyclists, especially school children, will be able to use these alternative modes of transportation safely. Ultimately the quality of life for all Early citizens will be enhanced.”
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