The City of Austin Capital Delivery Services (CDS) has announced the launch of "Building Austin," a quarterly, traveling informational series designed to keep residents updated on major city infrastructure projects. CDS is responsible for managing over $10 billion in construction that supports Austin's rapidly growing population, and this series aims to inform the public about these significant developments.
Austin is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, necessitating robust infrastructure improvements. The "Building Austin" series will spotlight various projects aimed at enhancing the quality of life for all residents. These projects include new Fire/EMS stations, parks, libraries, roads, trails, and other essential public amenities. The series will also cover the Corridor Mobility Program, a major initiative focused on improving transportation and mobility throughout the city.
The Corridor Mobility Program is a key component of the 2016 Mobility Bond and is dedicated to improving safety, mobility, and connectivity along Austin's major corridors. This initiative encompasses large-scale capital projects as well as smaller-scale improvements at intersections, signals, and pedestrian and bicycle pathways. Despite challenges such as rising costs and coordination with other departments for infrastructure enhancements, the program remains committed to delivering strategic improvements that minimize public disruptions and maximize community benefits.
The "Building Austin" series is a public event where community members can engage with City project teams to learn more about capital improvements shaping Austin's future. Residents are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and interact directly with those managing the featured projects.
The first session will feature five key projects near Airport Boulevard Corridor and E. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor including Asian American Resource Center Phase 2 Improvements, E. Braker Lane Extension, and Little Walnut Creek Flood Risk Reduction.
This inaugural session will take place on Thursday, August 15th starting at 6:30 p.m. at the City of Austin Permitting and Development Center located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin. To accommodate all interested participants, it will be available both in person and virtually. In-person attendees can meet with project teams after presentations until 8:30 p.m., while residents can RSVP at PublicInput.com/BuildingAustin.
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