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Board discusses Highway 75 access drive; cautions that TxDOT review could raise costs
Summary
Board members discussed alternative alignments for a new access drive to Highway 75 and warned that TxDOT review and requirements could add significant cost. A board member said the access work could be very expensive and that TxDOT has already requested changes to original drawings.
Board members debated whether to route the new access drive straight into the parking lot or to create a loop that connects near the Ag Building, which could require widening the entry. The Chair said the district is "looking at designing that right now" and that the design team will consider a loop to improve traffic flow.
Members warned that TxDOT review could add significant costs and scope. One board member said, "When you go to food with TexDOT, you got a problem," reflecting frustration with state review, and another observed the access work could be "up into $34,000,000" given the need to satisfy state requirements. The presenter said they will continue design work and engage required state reviews as needed.
