Next Up: SR 19 Project Through Eustis Planned

    With a current project on the road finishing up between Eustis and Umatilla, and another set to begin in Umatilla, the Florida Department of Transportation has now set its sights on a stretch of SR 19 through Eustis.
       The FDOT will host a public meeting regarding plans for two projects on State Road (SR) 19 from north of Stevens Avenue to County Road (CR) 452 in Eustis on Thursday, May 12, at 5:30 p.m., at the Eustis Community Center, 601 Northshore Drive.
   Together, the two projects will enhance safety for drivers and pedestrians throughout the corridor. Additional details are available in the attached project information handout. The public meeting is being held to present information and receive community feedback.
   The department is offering multiple ways for the community to participate in the meeting. All participants, regardless of which platform they choose, will participate in the same live meeting.
•Virtual option: Interested persons may join the Virtual Public Meeting (VPM) from a computer, tablet, or mobile device. A VPM is a free live presentation or webinar over the internet. For this option, advance registration is required by visiting https://fdot.cc/State_Road_19_Eustis. Once registered, participants will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting online. Please note, Internet Explorer cannot be used to register or attend this webinar. If joining online, please allow adequate time to log in to view the presentation in its entirety.
•Phone option (listen only): Participants may join the meeting in listen-only mode by dialing 877-568-4108 and entering the passcode 846-188-418 when prompted.
•In-person option: Participants may attend in person by going to Eustis Community Center, 601 Northshore Drive in Eustis. If you are feeling unwell, please consider attending the meeting virtually or by phone.
   All meeting materials, including the presentation, will be available on the project websites at www.cflroads.com/project/445297-1 and www.cflroads.com/project/445686-1 prior to the meeting.
   FDOT is sending notices to nearby property owners, business owners, interested persons, and organizations to provide the opportunity to offer comments and express their views regarding this project and the proposed improvements.
   Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns relative to FDOT compliance with Title VI may do so by contacting Jennifer Smith, FDOT District Five Title VI Coordinator, at Jennifer.Smith2@dot.state.fl.us.
   Persons who require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Erin Kleinfelt, Public Involvement Consultant, at 407-764-0006 or Erin@Valerin-Group.com at least seven (7) days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact us by using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice).
   If you have any questions or comments about the project, please contact Ty Garner by phone at 386-943-5299, by email at Ty.Garner@dot.state.fl.us, or US mail at Florida Department of Transportation, 719 South Woodland Boulevard, MS 542, DeLand, Florida 32720.