The Texas Department of Transportation will host a public forum to receive input on the second phase of the Lubbock Outer Route Study.

During the meeting, scheduled for Thursday, August 21, TxDOT will seek public opinion on a Preferred Route for the proposed highway facility around Lubbock from US 84 northwest of Lubbock to US 84 southeast of Lubbock.

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The Lubbock Outer Route Study is currently in its second phase. The first, a feasibility

study, concluded in 2010 stating a four-lane divided highway by 2030 was feasible. The second phase has included investigations of traffic, environmental, and engineering criteria to determine specific routes for the proposed highway and will conclude with the proposal of a preferred route.

An open house will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 21, at the Lubbock-Cooper Performing Arts Center. TxDOT personnel will provide information related to the study area and Preferred Route. According to TxDOT, there will be a short presentation by TxDOT personnel at 6 p.m. followed by a public comment period.

The Lubbock-Cooper Performing Arts Center is located at 16302 Loop 493 in South Lubbock.

Stakeholder and public meeting summaries, as well as fact sheets and frequently asked questions are posted on the project website.

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