The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried-out by TxDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated December 16, 2014, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT.
FM 1488 Relief Route Public Meeting Summary Report CSJ: 0523-09-018, 0523-08-013
FM 1488 from existing FM 1488 West of Magnolia
to Proposed SH 249
Public Meeting September 22, 2015Prepared by: Alexis Potaman, RPS Klotz Associates, Inc.
Date: December 2015
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PUBLIC MEETING SUMMARY……………………………………………………………1-2
PUBLIC COMMENTS AND RESPONSES…………………………………………...3-10
APPENDICES
Appendix A NOTICES OF PUBLIC MEETING
Appendix B AFFIDAVITS OF PUBLICATION
Appendix C ELECTED OFFICIALS LETTER, MAP AND LIST
Appendix D ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNERS MAILING LIST
Appendix E ADDITIONAL PUBLIC OUTREACH
Appendix F PUBLIC MEETING PROGRAM
Appendix G SIGN-IN SHEETS
Appendix H PHOTOGRAPHS
Appendix I EXHIBIT BOARDS
Appendix J WRITTEN COMMENTS
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Public Meeting Summary
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Houston District, conducted a public
meeting concerning the proposed FM 1488 Relief Route on new location around the north
side of Magnolia from existing FM 1488 west of the City of Magnolia to proposed SH 249 east
of Magnolia on September 22, 2015, at Magnolia West High School located at 42202 FM
1774 in Magnolia, Texas. The purpose of the meeting was to gather public input on the FM
1488 Relief Route Project.
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Houston District proposes to construct a
Relief Route for FM 1488 around the north side of Magnolia from existing FM 1488 west of
Magnolia to proposed SH 249 in Montgomery County, Texas. The proposed roadway project
would consist of four lanes, two in each direction on new location and have grade separated
overpasses at FM 1774 and Union Pacific Railroad and at the proposed SH 249 extension.
Approximately 172 acres of additional right-of-way (ROW) would be required. The proposed
project would potentially result in residential displacements. The proposed project length is
approximately 5 miles. The purpose of the proposed project is to decrease traffic congestion,
increase mobility, and improve operational efficiency and safety along FM 1488 within the
City of Magnolia. Construction timeline to be determined as funding becomes available.
The Notice of Public Meeting was published on August 22, 2015, and September 12, 2015,
in the Houston Chronicle, and August 23, 2015, and September 13, 2015 in the La Voz
Spanish newspaper. The notices and the affidavits of publication are attached (see
Appendices A and B). Notices were mailed to elected officials in the project area (see
Appendix C) and adjacent property owners (see Appendix D). Additional public outreach was
conducted and consisted of mailing public meeting invitation flyers to city and county offices,
local fire departments and law enforcement offices, schools and libraries (see Appendix E).
Previous public meetings had been held in January 2004, May 2004, and March 2005.
These public meetings presented different alternatives and resulted in the selection of a
preferred alternative. This public meeting was held to determine if the selected preferred
alternative was still viable.
The public meeting was held, from approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in an open house
format. A registration desk was located at the entrance of Magnolia West High School where
attendees were invited to sign-in. Each person was provided with a pre-addressed comment
form to share their thoughts regarding the proposed project and a program, which contained
a brief description and purpose of the proposed project. The program is included in Appendix
F. Handouts provided at the public meeting were available in English and Spanish. Three
elected officials (or their representatives), 107 members of the public, and one member of
the media signed in at the meeting. The program is included in Appendix F and sign-in sheets
are included in Appendix G.
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Citizens were given an opportunity to view the various exhibits that were on display (see
photographs in Appendix H and Exhibit Boards in Appendix I). Exhibits included a welcome
board, project description, the need and purpose, project location map, proposed typical
sections, project history, project timeline, a build alternatives evaluation matrix, how to
provide comments, and the schematic layout for the project. A table was also provided which
contained a laptop computer and a 22 inch computer screen which displayed a digital project
aerial allowing attendees to see the proposed ROW relative to their specific property. A project
staff member was stationed at this digital project aerial viewing table for the entire duration of
the public meeting. Additionally, project management staff was available to provide
information and answer questions from citizens regarding the proposed project.
Public Comments and Responses The public was encouraged to ask questions and make comments. All verbal questions and
comments were immediately responded to at the meeting. 36 public meeting comment forms
were submitted at the public meeting. Three e-mails were submitted before the public
meeting and an additional four comments were submitted, by mail or e-mail, after the public
meeting.
The comment form asked the question, “Do you support the proposed project?” Meeting
attendees had the opportunity to answer “yes,” “no” or “undecided.” Of the 43 forms, letters
and emails that were received, 46.5% of the respondents marked that they were not in
support of the project. Detailed question results can be seen below:
The comment forms received have been numbered and are attached along with the letters
and e-mails that were received (see Appendix J). Due to the overlap and repetition in many
comments, similar comments’ responses were consolidated to reduce duplication. The
comments that appear below are often not the precise words found in the written comment
form. This has been done to reduce duplication of similar comments that elicited a common
response and in no way is intended to obscure the substance of a comment. Comments are
below:
“Are you in Support of this Project?”
Yes 8 18.6%
No 20 46.5%
Undecided 10 23.3%
No Response 5 11.6%
Total 43 100%
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1. I think this is a good concept. The west end should connect to Nichols Sawmill
Road, the logical pathway to US 290 corridor (see Comment Form 1).
Response: The current proposed project extends to existing FM 1488 west of
Magnolia. It is not within the proposed project scope or purpose to extend further
south beyond existing FM 1488
2. Regarding the alignment on the western end from FM 1486 to existing FM 1488,
shifting the alignment further west to the west side of Mink Branch will prevent
damage to a Horse Boarding and Riding Lesson property to the south and
continuing south of Mink Branch to FM 1488 (see Comment Form 37).
Response: Additional alternatives were considered along with the preferred
alternative. The current proposed Relief Route alignment was chosen as the
preferred alternative because it resulted in the fewest overall displacements and
impacts to 100 year floodplains, creeks and wetlands. Moving the preferred
alternative to the west side of Mink Branch would substantially increase the number
of residential displacements. All reasonable efforts were made to minimize
residential, commercial, and environmental impacts.
3. My property fronts on Old Hempstead Rd. The alignment needs to be moved to the
west past Gilliam Lake against the far western fence line, so it would not cut the
property in half (see Comment Forms 5 and 43).
Response: As proposed, the current alignment was chosen because it resulted in
the fewest impacts to 100 year floodplains, creeks and wetlands. We evaluated the
request and developed an alternative route, however, due to the location of a
floodplain west and south of the property, the alternative route could not follow the
western edge of the property. The alternate route proceeded from the preferred
alternative in a south-westerly direction toward the western edge of the property,
passing just west of Gilliam Lake, and then it proceeded in a south-easterly
direction to tie back to the original route.
While the alternate route would provide more contiguous property with the owner’s
land to the east, it would leave two triangular remnants in the northwest and
southwest corners. After reviewing the impacts of the alternate route, while it may
be preferable to this property owner, the shift toward the west would result in
greater ROW needed from the properties to the north and south. The alternate route
would take more land from the property to the south and clip the corner of an
existing corral. The parcel to the north would lose much more ROW than the
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preferred alternative, and the additional land needed includes a barn that would be
lost.
In addition, the alternate route would require two sharper curves which are not as
desirable. Following review of the benefits and additional impacts, shifting the
alignment to the western edge of the property is not feasible.
4. Two commenters are upset about the proposed Relief Route coming close to the
property at Crystal Springs. The traffic and noise will be devastating to their
business. Both commenters suggest moving the proposed alignment further west to
avoid impacts to the Crystal Springs Event Center (see Comment Forms 27 and 31).
Response: A noise analysis is being performed for the proposed project and will
comply with all applicable standards. If noise impacts to the Crystal Springs Event
Center are expected, noise mitigation will be considered.
The previous preferred alternative went directly through the Event Center and was
shifted west to avoid displacing the Event Center. The current preferred alternative
shown at the public meeting was chosen because it resulted in the fewest overall
impacts. Please see response to comment 3 for additional information as to why
moving the alignment further west is not feasible.
5. The proposed alignment goes through our family’s property. Take it to the north
about 1 mile (see Comment Form 21).
Response: Based on the address provided by the commenter and the Montgomery
County Appraisal District, the preferred alternative does not go through the
commenter’s property.
The preferred alternative was chosen because it resulted in the fewest overall
impacts. Moving the preferred alternative north by about a mile would require an
additional creek crossing at Mill Creek and additional impacts to the 100 year
floodplain.
6. This project comes directly through my farm and very close to my home. I am
interested in finding out why the road can’t be moved north (possibly including
Waller County). This would avoid destroying my dream home and many others. It
would also avoid going through the property to the east that has been plotted for
almost 500 homes (see Comment Form 24).
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Response: The preferred alternative was chosen because it resulted in the fewest
overall impacts. Moving the preferred alternative north would require an additional
creek crossing at Mill Creek and additional impacts to the 100 year floodplain.
Please see Response to Comment 23 regarding the property planned for 500
homes.
7. I think the railroad flyover should be connected to the Aggie Toll Road (SH 249 extension). Second, run a road straight from the original flyover and connect to Old Hempstead (see Comment Form 16).
Response: The proposed FM 1488 Relief Route would connect to the Aggie Toll
Road (which is the proposed SH 249 extension) and existing FM 1488 east of
Magnolia.
We are not sure if the “original flyover” refers to the proposed FM 1488 Relief Route
flyover or the FM 1774/UPRR flyover. The FM 1488 Relief Route preferred
alternative will connect to Old Hempstead Road. The FM 1774/UPRR flyover is a
separate project.
8. Two commenters suggested adding an elevated addition to existing FM 1488 (see
Comment Forms 25 and 38).
Response: The existing FM 1488/FM 1774/UPRR intersection in downtown
Magnolia frequently exceeds capacity. Adding an elevated grade separation over
this existing intersection would require about 250 feet of right-of-way (ROW) width
for about 1,200 feet to the east and west of UPRR in order to provide frontage
roads for access to FM 1774 and adjacent properties. This would result in
numerous business displacements along FM 1488 and the City of Magnolia’s
Sullivan Park.
9. I like the preferred alternative (C) because it disrupts the fewest number of people(see Comment Form 2).
Response: Comment noted and appreciated.
10. The corner of our property and private drive are affected by the new road. We maybe willing to sell. Please contact me (see Comment Form 3).
Response: Location of median openings has not been finalized and can be changed. If Right-of-Way acquisition is necessary, a ROW agent will contact you after ther final environmental decision is made.
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11. Make us an offer (see Comment Form 7).
Response: Representatives from TxDOT ROW Acquisition will be in contact with
you after the final environmental decision has been made.
12. The owner of the Burger Place, along existing FM 1488, would like to know if theirproperty will be earmarked for widening the road (see Comment Form 6).
Response: The Burger Place property is located approximately 1,700 feet west of
the western limit of the FM 1488 Relief Route and should not be impacted by the
proposed construction of the FM 1488 Relief Route. The expansion of existing FM
1488 to a four-lane divided highway between Joseph Road and FM 149 is a
separate project.
13. I live on 1488 across from Magnolia Ridge. I would like to know how this project willaffect me and if this project has to do with previously marked ROW (see CommentForm 9).
Response: The concerned property is approximately half a mile west of the eastern
limit of the FM 1488 Relief Route and proposed SH 249 and should not be
impacted by the proposed construction of the FM 1488 Relief Route. ROW marked
previously may be associated with the existing FM 1488 expansion project or the SH
249 extension project.
14. We are happy that the road will help with traffic, but are not happy about losing ourcountry ways (see Comment Form 11).
Response: Comment noted.
15. It would be better to build an overpass at FM 1774 and existing FM 1488. Theproposed route is going to cause problems at FM 1486 near Magnolia West HighSchool. If there is no red light, we will see student drivers involved in numerouswrecks at the intersection of FM 1486 and the new preferred route crossing (seeComment Form 12).
Response: Although it is very likely that there would be a traffic signal at the proposed intersection of the FM 1488 Relief Route and FM 1486, the final determination will not be made until the final design phase of the project and the completion of a traffic signal warrant study.
See Response to Comment 8 regarding the suggested overpass at the existing FM 1774/FM 1488/UPRR intersection.
16. 4 commenters questioned the effectiveness of the proposed Relief Route given theFM 1774/UPRR flyover and existing FM 1488 expansion projects (see CommentForms, 13, 22, 37, and 39).
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Response: FM 1488 at FM 1774/Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) has experienced significant commercial development in recent years resulting in increased traffic and congestion. The forecasted traffic through the City of Magnolia on FM 1488 is expected to overwhelm the capacity of the existing facility, especially in the vicinity of the existing FM 1488/FM 1774/UPRR intersection.
The FM 1774 flyover of the UPRR benefits north/south traffic along FM 1774 but does not reduce congestion for east/west traffic along existing FM 1488.
The expansion of existing FM 1488 to a four-lane divided highway adds capacity however it does not address the congestion at the intersection with the UPRR. An elevated overpass would require 750 feet of ROW and the acquisition of a lot of commercial and residential property.
17. We propose for better access, to move the median opening from station 155 to 159(on the schematic). This would give better access for those affected in the Buckhornarea neighbourhood (see Comment Form 14).
Response: Location of median openings has not been finalized and can be changed. We will look into this and consider it. Also, see Response to Comment 10.
18. I need more information on the impact of this project to my property (see CommentForm 15).
Response: The concerned property is approximately 1,100 feet north of the proposed ROW. No impacts are anticipated for this property.
19. Two commenters are concerned about the crossover at the back of Wisteria Farmsand do not want the additional access to the Wisteria Farms neighborhood that theproposed Relief Route would allow and would like to know how to address thesituation (see Comment Forms 17 and 26).
Response: TxDOT cannot deny access to any property and if the proposed connection of the Relief Route to Wisteria Road is not provided, access to the home and property on the north side would be cut off.
20. The highway will cut the corner off where we run cattle and split up our 20 acres. Itwill ruin any hunting for our son and grandsons. It will cause a tremendous amountof noise because our property will be close to the highway (see Comment Form 19).
Response: Property owners would be compensated for ROW acquisition. A noise analysis is being performed. If noise impacts are anticipated noise mitigation will be considered.
21. The preferred alternative goes very close to our back pasture. The road and possiblecommercial development next to it could negatively impact our property value andquality of life (see Comment Form 28).
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Response: The preferred alternative is approximately 800 feet from the back
property line. Property values may increase in the project vicinity due to possible
future development or redevelopment attracted by improvements in mobility in the
area.
22. We do not want the proposed FM 1488 Relief Route to destroy our property, home,quality of life, and wildlife near the lake. Why can’t the traffic simply use FM 1486and FM 1774 (see Comment Form 40).
Response: The preferred alternative was chosen because it resulted in the fewest overall impacts to wetlands and floodplains. The majority of Kachel Lake would be left untouched. Impacts to wildlife are anticipated to be minor. The wildlife that may exist in the project ROW can relocate to habitat in the general area. Additionally, the proposed project is not anticipated to have any adverse effect on any threatened or endangered species listed in Montgomery County.
A noise analysis is being conducted. If noise impacts are anticipated for the concerned property, noise mitigation will be considered. If a noise wall is considered reasonable and feasible, it would be proposed.
The primary purpose of the FM 1488 Relief Route is not to accommodate traffic on FM 1486 and FM 1774. It is to accommodate through traffic on FM 1488 that have no destinations in Magnolia and that want to avoid congestion and delays on existing FM 1488 through the City of Magnolia. Furthermore, in the event of train crossings or stops at the existing FM 1488/UPRR intersection, this could lead to reduced emergency services response times.
23. Please consider the sale of Escondida and the displacement of 500 planned homes(see Comment Form 20).
Response: Escondida is a planned residential development in the northwest quadrant of FM 1486 and FM 1774. It has not been platted and building permits have not been obtained with Montgomery County and can therefore only be considered speculative.
24. We don’t believe the 1488 preferred road is good. It will prevent us from leaving ourdriveway. Also, we have our well and a concrete building slab within 10 feet of theroad to be built. How will this road construction impact our well (see Comment Form23)?
Response: Based on the address provided and the Montgomery County Appraisal District, the preferred alternative will not impact the listed property or the ability to leave your driveway. Both the concrete building slab and the well are outside the ROW for the preferred alternative. No impacts to either are anticipated.
25. My wife and I are opposed to the proposed route primarily because it would bisectour property putting the roadway literally beside our house and on top of our well. Itwould render the bulk of the property unfit for anything other than passive usageand would make access difficult if not impossible (see Comment Form 35).
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Response: The property address provided has been marked as a displacement.
26. What do you gain by traveling the bypass as opposed to going straight throughMagnolia? Traffic by the school will be much worse. Consideration should be givento safety issues around Magnolia West High School (see Comment Form 29).
Response: Special consideration will be paid to traffic issues around Magnolia West High School (see Response to Comment 15).
The benefit (gain) of the proposed FM 1488 Relief Route is congestion relief on existing FM 1488 through Magnolia. The traffic through the City of Magnolia on the FM 1488 overwhelms the capacity of the existing facility, especially in the vicinity of FM 1488/FM 1774/UPRR intersection. Railroad traffic is of special concern. Currently there is no alternative to this at grade railroad crossing through the City of Magnolia. In the event of trains or train stoppage, this could lead to reduced emergency services response times. Additionally, the Texas Renaissance Festival takes place eight weekends each fall overwhelming the existing FM 1488/FM 1774/UPRR intersection. The proposed Relief Route would serve to reduce congestion during peak travel times for local residents and emergency vehicles.
27. Five commenters are concerned for the impacts to wildlife on their properties (seeComment Forms 23, 32, 33, and 34).
Response: The proposed project is not anticipated to have any adverse effect on any threatened or endangered species listed in Montgomery County. Impacts to wildlife that would exist in the ROW and project area are anticipated to be minor.
28. The proposed project would impact my ability to manage livestock on my property,lower property values, and create air and noise pollution (see Comment Form 36).
Response: All reasonable efforts were made to minimize residential, commercial, and environmental impacts. We received additional comments suggesting moving the preferred alternative west of Gilliam Lake (see Response to comment 3).
Property values may increase in the project vicinity due to possible future
development or redevelopment attracted by improvements in mobility in the area.
An air quality analysis has been completed. Impacts to air quality would not approach or exceed federal criteria. A noise analysis is being performed for the proposed project and will comply with all applicable standards. If noise impacts are expected, noise mitigation would be considered for impacted locations. If a noise wall is considered reasonable and feasible, a noise wall would be recommended.
29. May I have information on how the project plans to protect amphibian and birdwildlife in the area as well as how we will be compensated for lost quality of life (seeComment Form 41)?
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Response: See Response to Comment 27.
Compensation is based on ROW (land) acquired from the Owner’s property.
30. Two commenters would like to know who will pay for the proposed Relief Routeproject (see Comment Forms 39 and 42).
Response: Funding for construction has not yet become available. However we anticipate the use of both State and Federal funds.
31. One commenter would like to know when construction on the project is likely tobegin and if any other routes for the FM 1488 Relief Route will be proposed in thefuture (see Comment Form 42).
Response: The project is currently not funded so we cannot predict when it will be built. The SH 249 project should be under construction within a couple of years. This project could be built concurrently or after the SH 249 project is completed. The purpose of the public meeting was to determine if the proposed Relief Route chosen 10 years ago is still viable.
32. I support the project (see Comment Form 8).
Response: Comment noted and appreciated.
33. I am concerned for the residents of the area and mobility (see Comment Form 10).
Response: The preferred alternative was selected because it results in the fewest residential displacements and community impacts. It also achieves increased mobility and reduced congestion.
34. I think the project of widening FM 1488 from Mostyn Manor through Magnolia outto Waller County needs to be done plus the flyover at the railroad tracks, FM 1488and FM 1774 would fix the traffic problem. Plus, if you want to go with the proposedrelief route when you cross FM 1774, why not tie into the Aggie Freeway Routeinstead of spending all that money building a route next to it (see Comment Form30).
Response: The widening of FM 1488 to four lanes from Mostyn Manor to the Waller County Line (Joseph Road) is planned for construction. The construction of an overpass (flyover) of FM 1488 over the FM 1774/UPRR intersection in downtown Magnolia is not reasonable due to the large amount of business displacement impacts. See Response to Comment 8.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will hold a public meeting regarding the proposed
FM 1488 relief route around the north side of Magnolia from existing FM 1488 west of Magnolia to
proposed SH 249 in Montgomery County. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 22, 2015, at
Magnolia West High School located at 42202 FM 1774, Magnolia, Texas, 77354. The meeting will be
held in an open house format from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. No formal presentation will be made.
The purpose of the public meeting is to present the proposed project to the public and receive comments.
The proposed project would construct a four lane divided highway on new location around the north side
of Magnolia from existing FM 1488 west of Magnolia to proposed SH 249. The total length of the
project is approximately 5 miles. Additional right-of-way (ROW) would be required. The proposed
project would potentially result in residential displacements. The purpose of the proposed project is to
decrease traffic congestion, increase mobility, and improve operational efficiency and safety along FM
1488 within the City of Magnolia.
Maps showing the proposed project’s location and geometric design will be available for viewing at the
public meeting. This information will also be available for public review upon request Monday through
Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., excluding state holidays, at the TxDOT Houston
District Office located at 7600 Washington Avenue, Houston, Texas 77007. For an appointment to view
the information, please contact Samuel Ainabe at (713) 802-5260 or at [email protected]. The
information will also be posted online on the TxDOT website;
http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/get-involved/about/hearings-meetings/houston/092215.html
All interested citizens are invited to attend this public meeting. Written comments from the public
regarding this project are requested and may be presented for a period of 10 business days following the
meeting. Written comments may be submitted either in person at the public meeting or by mail to the
Director of Project Development, TxDOT Houston District Office, P.O. Box 1386, Houston, Texas
77251-1386. Written comments must be received by October 6, 2015 to be included in the Public
Meeting Summary. Comments may also be emailed on or before October 6, 2015, to
The public meeting will be conducted in English. Persons interested in attending the meeting who have
special communication or accommodation needs, or need an interpreter, are encouraged to contact
TxDOT’s Public Information Office at 713-802-5076. Requests should be made at least two days prior
to the public meeting. Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate these needs.
The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental
laws for this project are being, or have been, carried-out by TxDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a
Memorandum of Understanding dated December 16, 2014, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT.
Aviso de Reunión Pública
El Departamento de Transporte de Texas (TxDOT por sus siglas en inglés) presentará una Reunión
Publica sobre la ruta propuesta de alivio (circunvalación) de la FM 1488 alrededor del norte de
Magnolia desde la existente FM 1488 oeste de Magnolia hasta el propuesto de la SH 249 en el Condado
de Montgomery. La reunión se llevara a cabo el martes 22 de septiembre del 2015, en la escuela
Magnolia West High School, ubicado en la 42202 FM 1774, Magnolia, Texas, 77354. La reunión se
llevará a acabó como un foro informativo de las 5:30 a 7:30pm.
El propósito de la Reunión Publica es presentar el proyecto propuesto al público y recibir comentarios.
El proyecto propuesto consiste en la construcción de una carretera de cuatro carriles dividida en la nueva
ubicación alrededor del norte de Magnolia de la existente FM 1488 oeste de Magnolia hasta la SH249
propuesto. La longitud total del proyecto es de aproximadamente 5 millas. Derecho de vía adicional
será necesario. El proyecto propuesto resultaría potencialmente en desplazamientos residenciales. El
propósito principal del proyecto propuesto es reducir la congestión de tráfico, aumentar la movilidad y
mejorar la eficiencia y la seguridad de la FM 1488 en la cuidad de Magnolia.
Mapas que muestran la ubicación y diseño del proyecto propuesto estarán disponibles en la Reunión
Pública. Esta información también estará disponible al público de lunes a viernes entre 8:00 a.m. a 5:00
p.m. en la Oficina del Distrito de TxDOT Houston, localizada en el 7600 Washington Avenue, Houston,
Texas 77007. Para hacer una cita para ver la información, puede contactar a Samuel Ainabe a (713) 802-
5260 o en correo electrónico en [email protected]. La información también va ser en la red en
el sitio web de TxDOT;
http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/get-involved/about/hearings-meetings/houston/092215.html
Todos los ciudadanos interesados son invitados a asistir a esta reunión pública. Solicitamos comentarios
del público por escrito sobre este proyecto. Los comentarios pueden ser entregados hasta diez días
después de la reunión. Comentarios por escrito pueden ser entregados en persona o por correo a:
Director of Project Development, P.O. Box 1386, Houston, Texas 77251. Todos los comentarios tendrán
que ser recibidos antes del 6 de octubre del 2015 para que sean incluidos en el resumen de la Reunión
Pública. Comentarios escritos deberán ser matasellados por correo antes del 6 de octubre del 2015 para
ser incluidos en el resumen o enviados al email:
La Reunión Publica será en Ingles. Las personas interesadas en asistir a la reunión que necesitan ayuda
comunicándose, asistencia especial, o que necesiten un intérprete, favor de comunicarse con la Sra.
Raquelle Lewis de TxDOT (713) 802-5071. Las solicitudes deberán hacerse por lo menos dos días antes
de la Reunión Pública. TxDOT hará un esfuerzo razonable para acomodar sus necesidades. Si tiene
alguna pregunta general o en relación del proyecto propuesto, puede comunicarse con la Sra. Reina
González al (713) 802-5269.
La revisión ambiental, consultas, y otros acciones requeridas por las leyes ambientales federales
aplicables para este proyecto están siendo o han sido, llevado a cabo de TxDOT en virtud de 23 U.S.C.
327 y un Memorándum de Entendimiento fechado el 16 de Diciembre, 2014, y ejecutado de FHWA y
TxDOT.
APPENDIX B
AFFIDAVITS OF PUBLICATION
APPENDIX D
ELECTED OFFICIALS LETTER, MAP AND LIST
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I Texas Department of Transportation PO BOX 1386 I Houston, TEXAS 77251-1386 I (713) 802-5000 I WWW.TXDOT.GOV
August 25, 2015
CERTIFIED MAIL «Certified»
«Title» «First Name» «Last Name» «Position», «Organization.,«Address 1» «City», «State» «Zip»
RE: Notice of Public Meeting Montgomery County FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route: From FM 1488 to SH 249 Control 0523-09-018 and 0523-08-013
Dear «Salutation» «Last_Name»:
This is to notify you of an upcoming public meeting to present the proposed FM 1488 relief route around the north side of Magnolia from the proposed SH 249 to existing FM 1488, west of Magnolia in Montgomery County. The proposed project would construct a four lane divided roadway on new location. The total length of the proposed project is approximately 5 miles. Additional right-of-way would be required, which could potentially result in residential displacements.
The purpose of the public meeting is to present the proposed project to the public and receive comments. Representatives from the Texas Department of Transportation will be available to answer questions from officials and citizens. You, or your representative, are cordially invited to attend this meeting, which will be held as follows:
Tuesday, September 22, 2015 Magnolia West High School
42202 FM 177 4, Magnolia, Texas 77354 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Open House
We are available to meet with you prior to the public meeting to answer any questions that you may have or to review the proposed project. If you have any questions in the interim, please contact Pat Henry, P.E., at (713) 802-5241.
Flyers for the public meeting have been included in the packet. Please post flyers in your office or distribute for posting as you see fit.
Sincerely,
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Quincy D. Allen, P.E. District Engineer Houston District
Attachments cc: Pat Henry, P.E.
The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried-out by TxDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated December 16, 2014, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route: From FM 1488 to SH 249
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will hold a public meeting regarding the proposed FM 1488 relief route around the north side of Magnolia from existing FM 1488 west of Magnolia to proposed SH 249 in Montgomery County. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 22, 2015, at Magnolia West High School located at 42202 FM 177 4, Magnolia, Texas, 77354. The meeting will be held in an open house format from 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. No formal presentation will be made.
The purpose of the public meeting is to present the proposed project to the public and receive comments. The proposed project would construct a four lane divided highway on new location around the north side of Magnolia from existing FM 1488 west of Magnolia to proposed SH 249. The total length of the project is approximately 5 miles. Additional right-of-way (ROW) would be required. The proposed project would potentially result in residential displacements. The purpose of the proposed project is to decrease traffic congestion, increase mobility, and improve operational efficiency and safety along FM 1488 within the City of Magnolia.
Maps showing the proposed project's location and geometric design will be available for viewing at the public meeting. This information will also be available for public review upon request Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00a.m. and 5:00p.m., excluding state holidays, at the TxDOT Houston District Office located at 7600 Washington Avenue, Houston, Texas 77007. For an appointment to view the information, please contact Samuel Ainabe at (713) 802-5260 or at [email protected]. The information will also be posted online on the TxDOT website; http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/get-involved/about/hearings-meetings/houston/092215.html
All interested citizens are invited to attend this public meeting. Written comments from the public regarding this project are requested and may be presented for a period of 10 business days following the meeting. Written comments may be submitted either in person at the public meeting or by mail to the Director of Project Development, TxDOT Houston District Office, P.O. Box 1386, Houston, Texas 77251-1386. Written comments must be received by October 6, 2015 to be included in the Public Meeting Summary. Comments may also be emailed on or before October 6, 2015, to [email protected].
The public meeting will be conducted in English. Persons interested in attending the meeting who have special communication or accommodation needs, or need an interpreter, are encouraged to contact TxDOT's Public Information Office at 713-802-5076. Requests should be made at least two days prior to the public meeting. Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate these needs.
The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried-out by TxDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated December 16, 2014, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT.
Aviso de Reunion Publica FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route: FM 1488 to SH 249
El Departamento de Transporte de Texas (TxDOT por sus siglas en ingles) presentara una Reunion Publica sobre Ia ruta propuesta de alivio (circunvalacion) de Ia FM 1488 alrededor del norte de Magnolia desde Ia existente FM 1488 oeste de Magnolia hasta el propuesto de Ia SH 249 en el Condado de Montgomery. La reunion se llevara a cabo el martes 22 de septiembre del 2015, en Ia escuela Magnolia West High School, ubicado en Ia 42202 FM 177 4, Magnolia, Texas, 77354. La reunion se llevara a acabo como un foro informative de las 5:30 a 7:30pm.
El proposito de Ia Reunion Publica es presentar el proyecto propuesto al publico y recibir comentarios. El proyecto propuesto consiste en Ia construccion de una carretera de cuatro carriles dividida en Ia nueva ubicacion alrededor del norte de Magnolia de Ia existente FM 1488 oeste de Magnolia hasta Ia SH249 propuesto. La longitud total del proyecto es de aproximadamente 5 mil las. Derecho de vfa adicional sera necesario. El proyecto propuesto resultarfa potencialmente en desplazamientos residenciales. El proposito principal del proyecto propuesto es reducir Ia congestion de trafico, aumentar Ia movilidad y mejorar Ia eficiencia y Ia seguridad de Ia FM 1488 en Ia cuidad de Magnolia.
Mapas que muestran Ia ubicacion y disefio del proyecto propuesto estaran disponibles en Ia Reunion Publica. Esta informacion tambien estara disponible al publico de lunes a viernes entre 8:00a.m. a 5:00p.m. en Ia Oficina del Distrito de TxDOT Houston, localizada en el 7600 Washington Avenue, Houston, Texas 77007. Para hacer una cita para ver Ia informacion, puede contactar a Samuel Ainabe a (713) 802-5260 o en correo electronico en [email protected]. La informacion tam bien va ser en Ia red en el sitio web de TxDOT; http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/get-involved/about/hearings-meetings/houston/092215.html
Todos los ciudadanos interesados son invitados a asistir a esta reunion publica. Solicitamos comentarios del publico por escrito sobre este proyecto. Los comentarios pueden ser entregados hasta diez dfas despues de Ia reunion. Comentarios por escrito pueden ser entregados en persona o por correo a: Director of Project Development, P.O. Box 1386, Houston, Texas 77251. Todos los comentarios tend ran que ser recibidos antes del 6 de octubre del 2015 para que sean incluidos en el resumen de Ia Reunion Publica. Comentarios escritos deberan ser matasellados por correo antes del 6 de octubre del 2015 para ser incluidos en el resumen o enviados al email: [email protected].
La Reunion Publica sera en Ingles. Las personas interesadas en asistir a Ia reunion que necesitan ayuda comunicandose, asistencia especial, o que necesiten un interprete, favor de comunicarse con Ia Sra. Raquelle Lewis de TxDOT (713) 802-5071. Las solicitudes deberan hacerse por lo menos dos dfas antes de Ia Reunion Publica. TxDOT hara un esfuerzo razonable para acomodar sus necesidades. Si tiene alguna pregunta general o en relacion del proyecto propuesto, puede comunicarse con Ia Sra. Reina Gonzalez al (713) 802-5269.
La revision ambiental, consultas, y otros acciones requeridas por las !eyes ambientales federales aplicables para este proyecto estan siendo o han sido, llevado a cabo de TxDOT en virtud de 23 U.S.C. 327 y un Memorandum de Entendimiento fechado el16 de Diciembre, 2014, y ejecutado de FHWAy TxDOT.
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NOTICE of PUBLIC MEETING to be held
Tuesday, September 22, 2015 FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
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Tuesday, September 22, 2015 Open house: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Magnolia West High School 42202 FM 177 4, Magnolia, TX 77354
Proposed Improvements: The purpose of the meeting is to gather public input on the proposed relief route on the north side of Magnolia in Montgomery County. The proposed project would construct a four-lane divided roadway on new location around the north side of Magnolia from the proposed SH 249 to existing FM 1488, west of Magnolia.
More Information: Sign up for project updates by visiting www.txdot.gov and enter: FM 1488 in the search area, or scan the Quick Response (QR) code using your smart phone or tablet. Contact Samuel Ainabe at 713-802-5260 for more information. The environmental review, consultation and other actions required by applicable federa l environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by TxDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated Dec. 16, 2014, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT.
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route Public Meeting Location
Martes, 22 de septiembre de 2015 Foro lnformativo: 5:30- 7:30p.m. Escuela Magnolia West High School 42202 FM 177 4, Magnolia, TX 77354
Las mejoras propuestas: El proposito de Ia reunion es obtener Ia opinion publica sobre Ia ruta propuesta de alivio en el lado norte de Ia magnolia en el condado de Montgomery. El proyecto propuesto construir una carretera de cuatro carriles dividida en Ia nueva ubicacion alrededor del norte de Magnolia desde Ia propuesta SH 249 al existente FM 1488 oeste de Magnolia.
Mas Informacion: lnscribirse para recibir novedades del proyecto visitando www.txdot.gov y escriba: FM 1488 en Ia area de busqueda o escanear el Quick Response (QR) codigo usando su telefono inteligente o tableta. Contactar Samuel Ainabe al 713-802-5260 para mas informacion.
La revision ambiental, consultas, y otros acciones requeridas por las leyes ambientales federales aplicables para este proyecto estan siendo o han sido, llevado a cabo de TxDOT - en virtud de 23 U.S.C. 327 y un Memorandum de Entendimiento fechado el 16 de Diciembre, 2014, y ejecutado porIa FHWA y el TxDOT.
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route Public Meeting Location
APPENDIX E
ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNERS MAILING LIST
Account Number Owner Name Mailing Address Mailing City Mailing State Mailing Zip Code
R39145 Poarch Swimbank LLC
R52786 PWP Land Co LLC
R278512 John & Denise Tolbert
R43581 James C & Mikelle Y Vulgamott
R43583 Frank T & Joyce A Gilliam
R439514 Crystal Springs Events LLC
R43584 Crystal Springs Events LLC
R43617 Patricia Muras
R40288 Praticia S Wischnewsky
R397982 Marion L & Patricia Wischnewsky
R43615 Stacy E S Dudevszky
R40188 Stacy E S Dudevszky
R43615 Stacy E S Dudevszky
R40187 Stacy E S Dudevszky
R40185 Christopher H & Gail J Osborne
R330446 Christopher & Kimberly Burton
R40197 Galatas Interests LP
R371089 Galatas Interests LP
R40198 Julia Everett
R170301 Candy Ransom
R40199 Magnolia ISD
R170302 Jorge & Candace Ransom
R170303 Johnny Norhawitz III
R373366 Katheryn C & Charley Bullock
R170304 Cecil I Bell, Jr
R170326 Cynthia A Duke
R170321 Hal A & Cynthia A Hobbs
R170320 Josh & Ashley Stepp
R40259 Raymond & Gwen Smith
R214060 Fouzia Raheel
R170333 Gary Dean Gibbons
R353329 L Maurine Bohne 1993 Trust
R40251 L Maurine Bohne 1993 Trust
R40211 Satterwhite Family Trust
R49131 Frances Lynelle Buckner
R49139 John W & Lisa O Brinkley
R53941 Pacific Houston Investments LTD
R53947 Pacific Houston Investments LTD
R36401 Mill Ridge Inc
R52766 Pacific Houston Investments LTD
R52768 Pacific Houston Investments LTD
R52765 Magnolia 1138 LTD
R49655 Magnolia 1138 LTD
R36405 Pacific Houston Investments LTD
R358478 MW Enterprises LLC
R52776 Robert A & Anna J Seyle
R40196 Glenn E & Constance L Paschall
R217270 Blair Investments Global LLC
R170329 Julia Everett
R388621 Reta Cogburn
R170330 Estate of Laverne Toby Smith
R87247 Rumualdo Delgado
R39147 Mink Creek Farm LLC
R52784 Poarch Swimbank LLC
R122643 1488 Property LLC
R122650 PR Levee
R39147 Mink Creek Farm LLC
R52785 Bruce A Jones
R44471 Thomas & Shirley J Bivens
R44486 Howard & Mitzie Counts
R44485 Dickey & Judy Yancey
R44473 Kimberly Thornton
R44466 19918 FM 1488 Property LLC
R44465 19919 FM 1488 Property LLC
R44489 RSF Development LLC
R44487 Carole A Robison
R44483 Alexander Pamela Ann Abney
R44474 Charles H & Opal Abney
R44484 Jean Ho
R56319 Doris C Lowe
R56314 Gary & Ryan Dorris
R56322
Magnolia 40 Acres Joint Venture %
Murillo Int'l Inc
R56321 Donald W Mabe
R295625 Jean Coghlan
R56344 Kenneth and Dhanmata Narinesingh
R258187 Campbell Concrete And Materials
R56306 Edwin J Thomas Trust
R243059 FM 1488 Land Ltd
R56327 Vernon K & Valerie Sullins
R40490 City of Magnolia
R40452 George Troy & Leah Young
R40475 Richard M Thomas
R40491
Klein Exempt Lifetime Trust Margaret
Klein Cummings
R40453 Robert A Easley Jr Et Ux
R201656 Nancy Hager
R201655 Michael & Lacey Park
R201654 Paul Kirkpatrick
R201653 Paul Kirkpatrick
R201652
First Bank of Texas % Regions
Bank/Prop Tax Dept
R201651
First Bank of Texas % Regions
Bank/Prop Tax Dept
R201650
First Bank of Texas % Regions
Bank/Prop Tax Dept
R40459 Tyler Properties LLC
R40460 Prosperity Bank
R40476 Carrillo Brothers Corp
R40474 FLDY Ltd
R40461 Easley Family Limited PTNSHP
R40531 Global New Millenium Partner LTD
R73973 Estate of Laverne Toby Smith
R73983 State of Texas
R73981 State of Texas
R73987 State of Texas
R122586
CWS Retail Magnolia LTD Real Estate
Tax Dept
R122588
David G Sutherland & Judy Kay
Darington
R46153 State of Texas
R249326 Rocket Fuels No 2
R46136 Rocket Fuels No 2
R262398
Archland Property II LP % The Kades
Company
R46144 Renaissance Center DST
R318640
City of Magnolia Economic
Development Corporation
R243468 Donar Corporation
R46122 Patsy & Jon A Williams Sr
R337158
Associate Energy Group Inc %
Magnolia Bend LTD
R337159
First Victoria National Bank Attn
Accounts Payable
R184613 Kasem A Higley
R184612 Kasem A Higley
R184593 Kasem A Higley
R184594 Kasem A Higley
R244736 First Baptist Church of Magnolia
R46104 Magnolia Apostolic Tabernacle
R184756 Gube Investments Inc
R184755 C E TR & Emma Rev Doyle
R283637 Magnolia Center LTD
R256104 Rev John F Straitz III Living Trust
R184766 Khangura Puri LLC
R46106 Magnolia ISD
R250584 Magnolia Office Fund LLC
R429523 Jordan French Inc
R402349 Aldine Eye Clinic Attn: Dr Ravi Kankaria
R46132 Randy Walker
R380926 Jordan French Inc
R415306 Michael J Patranella
R389655 Jabo 1 LLC
R380930 KFC/TB Of Magnolia LLC
R46134 Kenneth W Lee
R46133 Charles Todd Ogden
R380924
Hindt LLC, Aaron's Inc C/O Marvin F
Poer & Co
R345274 Ruth Lynn Canton
R46109 2ML Real Estate Interest, Inc
R370986 Jack In The Box Eastern Division LP
R314048 Grace Logistics LLC
R87317 Little Twig PTP
R40346
Tomball Texas Hospital Company LLC
Attn General Counsel
R391803 RPM4M Venters LP
R40242 Eddie J & Bernadine Fluellen
R40228 Jeffrey K & Michelle G Canfield
R347199
Woodforest National Bank Attn WM L
Townsend
R40230 Paul E & Ella Daniels
R391804 RPM4M Ventures LP
R40232 Lila Vansadia
R40231 Estate of Mary V Johnson
R52773 Roy A Botard Jr & Debra B Sims
R219271 Magnolia ISD
R406834 Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church
Windmill Estates
Deer Crossing
APPENDIX C
ADDITIONAL PUBLIC OUTREACH
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I Texas Department of Transportation PO BOX 1386 I HOUSTON, TEXAS 77251-1386 I (713) 802-5000 I WWW.TXDOT.GOV
August 26, 2015
••ESTABLISHMENT _NAME» ••ADDRESS•• ••CITY••, ••STATE» ••ZIP••
RE: Notice of Public Meeting Montgomery County FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route: From FM 1488 to SH 249 Control 0523-09-018 and 0523-08-013
Dear Sir:
Please find the enclosed fliers that promote the upcoming Texas Department of Transportation FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route open house meeting at Magnolia West High School on Tuesday, September 22, 2015, from 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. located at 42202 FM 1774, Magnolia, Texas 77354.
It's important to us that you and the public are aware of the opportunity and we would greatly appreciate your assistance with displaying this information in an area you deem appropriate or please feel free to make additional copies and distribute as you see fit.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Andrew Leske, at (713) 802-5885 or [email protected]. Thank you again for your attention and assistance.
Sincerely,
(f)~# Pat Henry, P.E. Director of Project Development Houston District
Attachments cc: Andrew Leske
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1 FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route Flyer Distribution List
2 CSJ: 0523-09-018
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4 Establishment Name Address City State ~ 5 Malcolm Purvis Library 510 Melton St Magnolia TX 77354
6 Magnolia City Hall 18111 Buddy Riley Blvd Magnolia TX 77354
7 Magnolia Chamber of Commerce 18935 FM 1488 Magnolia TX 77355
8 Montgomery County Tax Office 19100 Unity Park Dr. Magnolia TX 77355
9 Magnolia West High School 42202 FM 1774 Magnolia TX 77354
10 Magnolia Police Department 16835 FM 1488 Magnolia TX 77354
11 Magnolia Volunteer Fire Department 11515 FM 1488 Magnolia TX 77354
12 Magnolia Junior High School 31138 Nichols Sawmill Rd Magnolia TX 77355
13 Magnolia Elementary School 31900 Nichols Sawmill Rd Magnolia TX 77355
14 Todd Mission City Hall 21718 FM 1774 Plantersville TX 77363
15 Magnolia Volunteer Fire Department Station 181 18215 Buddy Riley Blvd Magnolia TX 77354
16 Magnolia Volunteer Fire Department 107 Gayle St. Magnolia TX 77355
17 Williams Elementary School 18101 FM 1488 Magnolia TX 77353
18 Tom R Ellisor Elementary School 33040 Egypt Lane Magnolia TX 77354
19 Montgomery County Sherriff's Office 31350 Friendship Drive Magnolia TX 77355
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Tuesday, September 22, 2015 Open house: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Magnolia West High School 42202 FM 177 4, Magnolia , TX 77354
Proposed Improvements: The purpose of the meeting is to gather public input on the proposed relief route on the north side of Magnolia in Montgomery County. The proposed project would construct a four-lane divided roadway on new location around the north side of Magnolia from the proposed SH 249 to existing FM 1488, west of Magnolia.
More Information: Sign up for project updates by visiting www.txdot.gov and enter: FM 1488 in the search area, or scan the Quick Response (QR) code using your smart phone or tablet. Contact Samuel Ainabe at 713-802-5260 for more information. The environmental review, consultation and other actions required by applicable federa l environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by TxDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated Dec. 16, 2014, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT.
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route Public Meeting Location
Martes, 22 de septiembre de 2015 Foro lnformativo: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Escuela Magnolia West High School 42202 FM 1774, Magnolia, TX 77354
Las mejoras propuestas: El proposito de Ia reunion es obtener Ia opinion publica sobre Ia ruta propuesta de alivio en el lado norte de Ia magnolia en el condado de Montgomery. El proyecto propuesto construir una carretera de cuatro carriles dividida en Ia nueva ubicacion alrededor del norte de Magnolia desde Ia propuesta SH 249 al existente FM 1488 oeste de Magnolia.
Mas Informacion: lnscribirse para recibir novedades del proyecto visitando www.txdot.gov y escriba: FM 1488 en Ia area de busqueda o escanear el Quick Response (QR) codigo usando su telefono inteligente o tableta. Contactar Samuel Ainabe al 713-802-5260 para mas informacion.
La revision ambiental, consultas, y otros acciones requeridas por las leyes ambientales federales aplicables para este proyecto estan siendo o han sido, llevado a cabo de TxDOT - en virtud de 23 U.S.C. 327 y un Memorandum de Entendimiento fechado el 16 de Diciembre, 2014, y ejecutado porIa FHWA y el TxDOT.
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route Public Meeting Location
APPENDIX F
PUBLIC MEETING PROGRAM
Proposed Typical Section
Sección Típica Propuesta
Proposed FM 1488 Relief Route
FM 1488 Ruta de Alivio Propuesto
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FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
FM 1488 Ruta de Alivio
From Existing FM 1488 West of Magnolia
To Proposed SH 249
Desde existente FM 1488 oeste de Magnolia
hasta Propuesta SH 249
Magnolia, Texas
September 22, 2015
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Open House
22 de septiembre
5:30 a 7:30 de la tarde
Foro informativo
Magnolia West High School
42202 FM 1774
Magnolia, TX 77354
The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried-out by TxDOT pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated
December 16, 2014, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT. La revisión ambiental, consultas, y otros acciones requeridas por las leyes ambientales federales aplicables para este
proyecto están siendo o han sido, llevado a cabo de TxDOT – en virtud de 23 U.S.C. 327 y un Memorándum de Entendimiento fechado el 16 de Diciembre, 2014, y ejecutado por la FHWA y el TxDOT.
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PUBLIC MEETING
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
This meeting is being held in an Open House format. No formal presentation
will be made. All attendees are asked to sign-in at the Sign-In table located at
the entrance to the meeting.
Project Description
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Houston District proposes to
construct a Relief Route for FM 1488 around the north side of Magnolia from
existing FM 1488 west of Magnolia to proposed SH 249 in Montgomery
County, Texas. The proposed roadway project would consist of four lanes, two
in each direction on new location and have grade separated overpasses at FM
1774 and Union Pacific Railroad and at the proposed SH 249 extension.
Additional right-of-way (ROW) would be required. The proposed project would
potentially result in residential displacements. The proposed project length is
approximately 5 miles. Construction timeline to be determined as funding
becomes available.
Previous public meetings were held on January 22, 2004, May 20, 2004, and
March 3, 2005. Build Alternatives A, B, C, and D were presented along with the
No Build Alternative. Alternative C, which would result in the fewest overall
impacts, was selected as the preferred alternative and is shown here tonight.
Purpose of Proposed Project
The purpose of the proposed project is to decrease traffic congestion, increase
mobility, and improve operational efficiency and safety along FM 1488 within
the City of Magnolia.
The public is invited to ask questions and submit comments regarding the
proposed project. Comment forms are available at the Sign-In table. Written
comments may be submitted this evening, electronically to
[email protected], or mailed to the address below. All comments
must be received or postmarked by Tuesday, October 6, 2015. Project
information is available at http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/get-involved/about/hearings-meetings/houston/092215.html
Texas Department of Transportation - Houston District
Attn: Director of Project Development
P.O. Box 1386
Houston, Texas 77251-1386
FM 1488 Ruta de Alivio para Magnolia
REUNION PÚBLICA
5:30 p.m. a 7:30 p.m.
Esta reunión se presenta en un formato de foro informativo. No se hará ninguna
presentación formal. Se pide a todos los asistentes firmar en la mesa de registro
ubicada a la entrada de la reunión.
Descripción del Proyecto
El Departamento de Transporte de Texas (TxDOT) Distrito Houston propone la
construcción de una ruta de alivio de la FM 1488 alrededor del norte de
Magnolia desde la existente FM 1488 oeste de Magnolia hasta el propuesto de la
SH 249 en el Condado de Montgomery. El proyecto propuesto consiste en la
construcción de una carretera de cuatro carriles, dos en cada dirección en la
nueva ubicación y tiene pasos a desnivel en la FM 1774 y el ferrocarril Union
Pacific y en la extensión propuesta de SH 249. Se requiere derecho de vía
adicional. El proyecto propuesto resultaría potencialmente en desplazamientos
residenciales. La longitud del proyecto es de aproximadamente 5 millas. La
cronología de construcción se determinara como se dispongan los fondos.
Las reuniones públicas anteriores fueron el 22 de Enero, 2004, y el 3 de marzo,
2005. El alternativo de construcción A, B, C y D fueron presentados y también
la alternativa de no construcción. La alternativa C que resulta en la mínima
cantidad de impactos en general fue seleccionada para la alternativa preferida y
se muestra aquí esta noche.
Objetivo del Proyecto
El propósito principal del proyecto propuesto es reducir la congestión de tráfico,
aumentar la movilidad y mejorar la seguridad y eficiencia operativa a lo largo de
la FM 1488 en la ciudad de Magnolia.
Se invita al público a formular preguntas y presentar sus comentarios sobre el
proyecto. Formularios de comentarios están disponibles en la mesa de registro.
Los comentarios escritos podrán entregarse esta tarde, por vía electrónica a
[email protected], o por correo a la siguiente dirección. Todos los
comentarios escritos se deben ser recibidos o enviado por correo en o antes de
Martes, 06 de octubre de 2015. La información del proyecto está disponible en http://www.txdot.gov/inside-txdot/get-involved/about/hearings-meetings/houston/092215.html
Texas Department of Transportation - Houston District
Attn: Director of Project Development
P.O. Box 1386
Houston, Texas 77251-1386
APPENDIX G
SIGN-IN SHEETS
APPENDIX H
PHOTOGRAPHS
APPENDIX I
EXHIBIT BOARDS
Footer Text Date
FM 1488 MAGNOLIA RELIEF ROUTE
PUBLIC MEETING
SEPTEMBER 22, 2015
WELCOME
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
Project Needs
• High Congestion
• Reduced Mobility
• Inefficient Operations
Project Purpose
The purpose of the proposed FM 1488 Relief Route is to decrease
traffic congestion, increase mobility, and improve operational
efficiency and safety along FM 1488 within the City of Magnolia.
Project Need and Purpose
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
The project would construct a four lane divided
highway on new location around the north side of
Magnolia from existing FM 1488 west of
Magnolia to proposed SH 249.
The project would be approximately 5 miles long.
Additional right-of-way would be required
potentially resulting in residential displacements.
Project Description
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
Preferred Alternative Location Map
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
Proposed Typical Section
FM 1488 Relief Route Proposed Typical Section
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
February 2003 -City of Magnolia requested TxDOT initiate a route study for an FM 1488 relief route for the City of Magnolia.
January 22, 2004 -TxDOT holds first public meeting at Willie E. Williams Elementary School. The public was introduced to the project and a generalized study area.
May 20, 2004 -TxDOT holds second public meeting at Willie E. Williams Elementary School. The public was introduced to the alternative alignments and asked to provide comments.
2004-2005 -Development of initial design and environmental constraints of the recommended alternative.
March 3, 2005 -TxDOT holds third public meeting at Magnolia Elementary School focusing on the recommended alternative.
June 2005 -Engineering Study and Environmental Constraints Report for FM 1488 relief route completed.
2005-2015 -Project placed on hold due to funding.
May 2015 -Project development resumed to include schematic design and environmental studies for the preferred alternative.
Project History
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
Build Alternative Evaluation Matrix
Criteria Units
Build Alternatives
A B C- Preferred D
Meets Need and Purpose Yes/No Yes Yes Yes Yes
Estimated Construction Cost Dollars $59,009,404 $43,397,257 $49,978,086 $ 43,351,467
Average Cost per Mile Dollars $9,834,901 $10,849,314 $9,429,827 $9,424,232
Project Length Miles 6.0 4.0 5.3 4.6
Right-of-Way (ROW) Acquisition Acres 172 116 172 137
Displacements Number
22-Residence
19-Structures
41-Total
9-Residence
11-Structures
20-Total
3-Residence
6-Structures
9-Total
21-Residence
15-Structures
36-Total
Community Impacts- Subdivision Divided Yes/No Yes No No Yes
Section 4(f) Impacts Yes/No No Yes No Yes
100 Year Floodplains Acres in ROW 0.8 0.1 0.0 0.6
Creek Crossings Number of Crossings 10 5 7 7
Cemetery Impacted Yes/No No Yes No Yes
NWI Potential Wetlands Acres in ROW 5.6 0.1 0.7 0.1
Red indicates a substantial flaw of the Build Alternative
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
Project Timeline
* This project schedule and dates are preliminary and subject to change.
Design and
Environmental
Study
Launched
May 2015
Public Meeting
on Project
Present
Development
of Design and
Environmental
Document
2015-2016
Public Hearing
Fall 2016
Design and
Environmental
Process
Completed
Spring 2017
Construction to
be determined
as funding
becomes
available
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
Comments
How to Comment
Comment forms are available at the Sign-in Table and at the Written Comment
Station
Electronic Comments can be submitted:
Via email to [email protected]
Send Written Comments to:
Texas Department of Transportation
Houston District
Director of Project Development
P.O. Box 1386
Houston, TX 77251-1386
Comments must be submitted via email or postmarked by October 6, 2015
FM 1488 Magnolia Relief Route
The environmental review, consultation, and other actions
required by applicable Federal environmental laws for this project
are being, or have been, carried-out by TxDOT pursuant to 23
U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated
December 16, 2014, and executed by FHWA and TxDOT.
WRITTEN
COMMENT
STATION
PROJECT
AERIAL
VIEWING
RIGHT-OF-WAY
INFORMATION
APPENDIX J
WRITTEN COMMENTS