FDOT Plans New Traffic Signal on Eau Gallie Boulevard
Learn More at an Open House Jan. 7

Brevard County, Fla. - The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is designing plans to construct a new traffic signal on Eau Gallie Boulevard (State Road 518) at Turtle Mound Road in Melbourne. This safety project also includes the extension of the right and left turn lanes onto Turtle Mound Road, along with the addition of high visibility crosswalk markings, pedestrian signals and lighting. Additional right of way will be needed for this project.

The community may learn more about the project at an open house Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020, at Discover Life Church, 3550 W. Eau Gallie Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32934. Attendees may come anytime between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to review project displays and to hold one-on-one conversations with the FDOT project team. There will be no project presentation. 

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, by email at Jennifer.Smith2@dot.state.fl.us.

Persons who require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Heidi Trivett, FDOT Project Manager, by phone at 386-943-5466, or by email at Heidi.Trivett@dot.state.fl.us at least seven 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).

Media inquiries should be directed to the FDOT Communications Office at FDOT-D5COMM@dot.state.fl.us or by phone at 386-943-5593. The information shared at the open house will be available for review online at www.CFLRoads.com (search by 445183-1).

FDOT urges all drivers to stay alert and use caution while driving through or near construction zones. When driving, walking, or bicycling, remember to pay attention and follow the rules. Safety doesn't happen by accident. 

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