The PD&E Study is scheduled to be completed in approximately 24 months, beginning with the notice to proceed in September 2003 and ending with the location design concept acceptance by the Federal Highway Administration.

• Kickoff Meeting - March 2004

• Meetings with Agencies and Groups - As scheduled.

• Alternatives Information Meeting - November 2004

• Public Hearing - Spring 2006

• Design and Right-of-Way - Limited design and right-of-way information will be developed for the recommended alternative during this study.

• Construction - Not scheduled at this time.