24099570 - Florida Administrative Rules, Law, Code, Register

Florida Department of State and Division of Library and Information Services


Notice: 24099570
Notice of Meeting/Workshop Hearing

Division:	Quest Corporation of America, Inc.


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	The Florida Department of Transportation announces a hearing to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME:	Tuesday, February 2, 2021, 5:30 p.m.

PLACE:	Virtually on GoTo Webinar; By phone at 1-866-901-6455 with passcode 115-720-549; In-Person at the Apopka Community Center

Subject:	A public hearing will be held regarding project plans on U.S. 441 from Central Avenue (C.R. 437A) to north of Bradshaw Road. (FPID no. 442905-1) The purpose of this project is to extend the life of the existing roadway by repaving this segment of U.S. 441 and to improve safety along the corridor. The project plans also include constructing raised concrete islands to improve operations and safety at the intersections with Lake, Washington and Hawthorne avenues. Construction is anticipated to start in early 2022. The public hearing is being held to present information and receive community feedback. The Department is offering multiple ways for the community to participate in the hearing. All participants, regardless of platform they choose, will participate in the same live hearing. Virtual Option: Interested persons may join the Virtual Public Hearing (VPH) from a computer, tablet or mobile device. A VPM is a free live presentation or webinar over the internet. For this option, advance registration is required by visiting the link below. Once registered, participants will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the hearing online. Please note, Internet Explorer cannot be used to register or attend this webinar. https://bit.ly/3mxa5DQ Phone Option (Listen Only): Participants may join the hearing in listen-only mode by dialing 1-866-901-6455 and entering the passcode 115-720-549 when prompted. Callers may submit comments directly to the project manager by using the contact information listed at the end of this notice. In-Person Option: Participants may attend in person by going to the Apopka Community Center, 519 S. Central Avenue, Apopka, FL 32703. The Department requests advance registration for this option to ensure all attendees are accommodated safely and according to social distancing guidelines. To register for the in-person option, please contact the FDOT Project Manager Joseph Fontanelli by phone at 386-943-5234, by email at joseph.fontanelli@dot.state.fl.us, or U.S. mail at Florida Department of Transportation, 719 S. Woodland Boulevard, MS 542, DeLand, Florida 32720. Attendees will be asked to follow all safety and sanitation guidelines as well as adhere to any local ordinances. Persons who are not feeling well should not attend the in-person hearing. All hearing materials, including the presentation, will be available on the project website at www.cflroads.com/project/442905-1 prior to the hearing. Also, a recording of the hearing will be available on the website within a week following the hearing. FDOT is sending notices to all property owners, business owners, interested persons and organizations to provide the opportunity to give comments to FDOT regarding the U.S. 441 Resurfacing design. The hearing gives everyone an opportunity to express their views about the proposed modifications. While comments about the project are accepted at any time, please send your comments by February 12 to be included in the records for this public hearing. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns relative to FDOT compliance with Title VI may do so by contacting Jennifer Smith, FDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator, at Jennifer.Smith2@dot.state.fl.us.


	A copy of the agenda may be obtained by contacting:

PRINT PUBLISH DATE:	1/21/2021 Vol. 47/13


REFERENCE MATERIALS:	No reference(s).

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