Description/Goal
Continue coordinated efforts with peer cities along the corridor, Iowa Department of Transportation, and other key regional stakeholders to advance and advocate for the widening of I-80 to include safety improvements and allow for continued economic growth and impact on future development opportunities in the state of Iowa.
Current Update
The Iowa Department of Transportation is in the process of performing an environmental assessment for the I-80 corridor. This assessment is scheduled to take a year and half to two years to complete, this time frame is also dependent on what is found in the study.
Previous Status
The Iowa Department of Transportation is in the process of hiring a consultant to perform an environmental assessment for the I-80 corridor. This assessment is scheduled to take 18-24 months to complete, this time frame is dependent on what is found in the study.
Operational Pillar: Sustainable Infrastructure/Vibrant Region
Council Goal: Improve Infrastructure
Project Leader: Spiegel/Merritt, C./Schadt
Target Completion: Ongoing