Polk County signs $2 million LAP agreement with FDOT to study Kathleen Road widening and extension
October 21, 2025 | Polk County, Florida
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County staff said the study will evaluate widening and extension options along approximately 4.7 miles of Kathleen Road from Duff Road northward to U.S. 98 at Rock Ridge Road to address growth-driven traffic demand and development pressure. Under the LAP the Florida Department of Transportation will fund the PD&E phase, while Polk County will manage consultant selection and administer the project under FDOT oversight.
The board also approved budget and CIP resolutions to establish $2,000,000 in unanticipated revenue in the special revenue grants fund within the Roads and Drainage CIP, county staff said. Staff noted that Polk County agreed to cover any costs exceeding the FDOT funding amount.
No public opposition was recorded during the expedited hearing and the item passed without further discussion.
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