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Board approves letter asking FHWA to review Highway 22 NEPA process after staff discussion
Summary
Following a staff-led discussion with transportation and public‑works staff, commissioners approved a letter dated May 19, 2026, requesting Federal Highway Administration review of Highway 22 plans under NEPA. The board approved the letter by unanimous vote after modifications discussed in the meeting.
The board discussed a draft letter to the Federal Highway Administration regarding the NEPA review for Highway 22 and approved a modified letter dated May 19, 2026.
The minutes indicate discussion between the board, Charlotte Frei (Regional Transportation Planning Administrator), and Heather Overholser (Director of Public Works). The minutes record the motion: "A motion was made by Commissioner Propst and seconded by Commissioner Carlman to approve the letter dated May 19, 2026 requesting Federal Highway Administration review of Highway 22 plans with the modifications that we discussed this morning." Chair Mark Newcomb called for a vote and the minutes state the vote was "all in favor." The minutes do not attach the final letter text or list the precise modifications discussed during the meeting.
