The purpose of this project is to enhance safety by constructing raised concrete medians at South 14th Street (S.R. 25/U.S. 27) and South Street / West Dixie Avenue (S.R. 44) intersection in Leesburg, Lake County.

A median is proposed on South Street from west of Flamingo Drive/Hood Avenue to the intersection at South 14th Street. Another median is proposed on South 14th Street from south of Bryant Street to the intersection at South Street / West Dixie Avenue. These medians will limit left turning movements to and from side streets and driveways along each corridor. These improvements will enhance safety by implementing improved access control, enhancing traffic flow and reducing the possibility of conflict points, or locations where a crash can occur.

A public meeting for this project is planned for October 25, 2023. FDOT is offering multiple ways to participate in the meeting.

• Virtual Option: Interested persons may join from a computer, tablet or mobile device at 5:30 p.m. For this option, advance registration is required by visiting https://fdot.cc/14th_St_Safety_Improvements. Once registered, participants will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting online. Please use Chrome or Microsoft Edge as your internet browser to register and attend this webinar. If joining online, please allow adequate time to log in to view the presentation in its entirety.
• Phone Option (Listen Only): Participants may listen to the meeting by dialing 1-877-309-2071 and entering the passcode 967-516-415 when prompted.
• In-Person Open House Option: Participants may attend in person by going to The Venetian Center, 1 Dozier Court, Leesburg, FL 34748 anytime between 5:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to view a looping presentation and project displays, speak with project team members, and submit comments or questions. If attending in person, please remember to follow all safety and sanitation guidelines. If you are feeling unwell, please consider attending the meeting virtually or by phone.

Please find additional project information in the files below.