ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation and its local partners are asking residents to share their thoughts on the future of the region and the Interstate 229 bridge.
The interstate is a vital corridor through downtown St. Joseph carrying traffic through the heart of the city along the Missouri River. The mile-long double-decker bridge has served industry and travelers since it was completed in 1986. The bridge is aging and nearing the point where decisions will need to be made about how it can contribute to the future vitality of the area.
Because of the significant tax-dollars required to repair the bridge, MoDOT is taking this opportunity to pause and consider how the bridge works with the city’s needs today and how residents want the community to grow and develop over the next 60 years.
MoDOT is inviting the public to participate in an interactive, future-focused workshop to help shape what is next for I-229, the thousands of travelers who use it daily, and the industries that utilize its connection. We want to have a frank discussion as we explore what’s next for the double-decker and its impact to the community.
The first opportunity to contribute to this important discussion will be on Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at 5:30 -7 p.m. at the Remington Nature Center at 1502 McArthur Dr, St Joseph, MO 64505. Attendees are encouraged to register at https://www.stjoe229.com/join-us/
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