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Apopka approves interlocal agreement with CFX for Binion Road–SR‑429 half interchange
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Summary
The city approved an interlocal agreement with the Central Florida Expressway Authority to build a northbound on‑ramp and southbound off‑ramp at Binion Road and State Road 429, with CFX funding design, construction and long‑term maintenance.
The Apopka City Council unanimously approved an interlocal agreement Nov. 5 with the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) to construct a northbound on‑ramp and a southbound off‑ramp at Binion Road and State Road 429.
Community Development Director Jean Sanchez presented the agreement and said CFX will fund 100% of the project’s design, permitting, construction and long‑term maintenance. The project includes a realignment of Boy Scout Road with a new roundabout, a frontage road to preserve property access and a 12‑foot multi‑use trail to improve pedestrian and bicycle connectivity on the city’s west side.
“CFX is responsible for the design, permitting, and construction of all interchange facilities and will fund 100% of the project's design, construction, permitting, and long term maintenance,” Sanchez said during the council presentation.
CFX engineering director David Falk and project manager Aaron Johnson were present and answered questions about the design and schedule. Falk said the project was progressing through design: 90% plans were expected in about a month, final design in mid‑2026, advertisement for construction in late 2026, and an approximate two‑year construction period. If schedules hold, construction could be completed by 2028.
Why it matters: The interchange is a longtime city priority intended to improve access to southwest Apopka, reduce travel pressure on neighboring interchanges and support regional mobility and future development. Under the agreement, the city will review CFX plans for compliance with city standards and acquire any local right‑of‑way needed for Binion Road and the realigned Boy Scout Road; CFX retains control of limited‑access right‑of‑way and maintenance of improvements within that area.
Council action: Commissioner Velasquez moved to approve the interlocal agreement; Commissioner Smith seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
Who spoke: Jean Sanchez, Community Development Department; David Falk, director of engineering, Central Florida Expressway Authority; Aaron Johnson, project manager, CFX; council members including Commissioner Velasquez and Commissioner Smith.
Implementation: After council approval the project will proceed to the CFX board for final approval, then through final design and construction procurement. City staff will continue coordination on right‑of‑way acquisition and design review.
Provenance: Presentation and Q&A with staff and CFX began at the public meeting at approximately 00:38:15 and concluded with the council vote at about 02:01:48.
Note: Project details (exact design and construction dates, traffic management measures, and any easements or property acquisitions) will be finalized in subsequent CFX documents and city coordination steps.
