The future of Interstate-35 came into sharper focus on Saturday. Austin residents got their first look at updated concepts for the $4.5 billion freeway expansio
n through Central Austin . Our Future 35 is considered a once-in-a-generation project that not only adds traffic lanes and makes more space for pedestrians, but also beautifies what has long been an eyesore that runs through the heart of the city. An example of what the transformation can look like is Klyde Warren Park in Dallas. /p p /p
An open house was held Saturday to present updated concepts that incorporate the public’s feedback on what amenities could be featured on reimagined spaces over I-35. TXDOT plans to lower parts of I-35 between Lady Bird Lake and Airport Boulevard. The City of Austin then aims to buildover those lowered sections to better connect East Austin with Downtown. This summer, more than 1,700 ideas were submitted for the caps and stitches that include parks, large lawns, event space and public art.
“The caps allow us to bring the community together and have more connection to nature, more opportunity for exercise,” said Andy McCully.
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