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MTPO approves TIP Amendment No. 4; Island Road project scope reduced to resurfacing
Summary
The MTPO approved TIP Amendment No. 4 to reduce the scope of the Island Road project from a full rebuild to resurfacing, moving $700,000 previously set for right-of-way into construction and increasing construction funding to roughly $900,000. Staff said the project has completed NEPA and additional archaeological work influenced costs.
The Kingsport MTPO approved TIP Amendment No. 4 on Feb. 13, changing the Island Road project from a total rebuild to resurfacing and reallocating program funds due to higher cost estimates.
Leslie (MPO staff) told members early estimates for a total rebuild were about $3.5 million, but more recent estimates rose significantly. Because the MPO lacked sufficient funds…
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