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Director's report: McCaleb interchange naming, Heartland Flyer funding and project updates
Summary
The commission honored Ambassador Neil McCaleb with a memorial interchange designation, heard that Texas provided $3.5 million in one‑time support for the Heartland Flyer while Oklahoma continues to cover a funding gap, and received updates on major projects and safety campaigns including a statewide seat‑belt PSA.
Commissioners heard several items in the director's report at the Aug. 18 meeting, including a memorial naming, an update on Heartland Flyer funding, upcoming construction projects and a new statewide seat‑belt campaign.
Memorial interchange: The commission recognized the family of Ambassador Neil McCaleb and announced the planned designation of the "Ambassador Neil McCaleb Memorial Interchange" at I‑35 and 30th Street in Edmond. Senator Jack Stewart spoke at the podium about McCaleb's public service and community contributions. ODOT staff said the agency will install signs once the legislature completes its process.
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