6/20/2006
Forum on Transportation Investment to present funding recommendations in Idaho Falls on June 22/CORRECTION
CORRECTION: MEETING IS THURSDAY, JUNE 22. PREVIOUS NEWS RELEASE
LISTED CORRECT DATE, BUT WRONG DAY. THANKS!
BOISE - The Forum on Transportation Investment, an independent group charged with making recommendations for funding Idaho's future transportation needs, will present its findings at a public meeting THURSDAY, JUNE 22, in Idaho Falls.
Following a 30-minute presentation on funding alternatives, the public will be asked to comment on regional transportation needs and possible ways of funding those projects. Individuals can speak during the regular session or provide private testimony afterward. A sign-up sheet will be available for persons who want to speak.
Written comments can be made via e-mail to comments@itd.idaho.gov
The forum developed 12 conclusions and 14 policy and revenue recommendations after a two-year statewide process to address surface transportation needs in Idaho.
The meeting will begin at 1 p.m. at the Shilo Inn, 78 Lindsay Blvd., in Idaho Falls. It is the third of six regional meetings planned throughout the state. More information on the forum can be found at itd.idaho.gov