Council hears LHTAC delay for TAP project; schedules possible May workshop

Apr 9, 2025

Mayor Wanda Irish reported a Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC) restriction delaying the Transportation Alternatives Program project until 2027; Councilmember Charlie Shutt said an LHTAC representative will visit in May, opening a chance for a local workshop.

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Mayor Wanda Irish told the council she spoke with Jesse at HMH about the city's TAP application and relayed that "LHTAC will not let us start the project until 2027"; she said she would like to remove the item from the active agenda given the delay. Councilmember Charlie Shutt said he had contacted LHTAC and that a representative is scheduled to visit the area in May, which could allow the city to arrange a workshop or local briefing before deciding next steps.

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