ORLANDO, Fla. — The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a public meeting regarding project plans on North Orange Avenue (State Road (S.R.) 527) from Magnolia Avenue to north of Rollins Street on Wednesday, August 17, at 5:30 p.m. The purpose of this project is to make improvements that will encourage slower driving speeds, allow for more on-street parking, and enhance safety for pedestrians.

The Department is offering multiple ways for the community to participate in the meeting. All participants, regardless of platform they choose, will participate in the same live meeting.

Virtual Option: Interested persons may join the Virtual Public Meeting (VPM) from a computer, tablet, or mobile device. A VPM is a free live presentation or webinar over the internet. For this option, advance registration is required by visiting fdot.cc/SR-527-Magnolia-to-N-of-Rollins. Once registered, participants will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting online. Please note, Internet Explorer cannot be used to register or attend this webinar. If joining online, please allow adequate log-in time to view the presentation in its entirety.

Phone Option (Listen Only): Participants may join the meeting in listen-only mode by dialing 877-309-2071 and entering the passcode 489-014-778 when prompted.

In-Person Option: Participants may attend in person by going to the Orlando Science Center, 777 E. Princeton St., Orlando, FL 32803.

If attending in person, please remember to follow all safety and sanitation guidelines as well as adhere to any local ordinances. If you are feeling unwell, please consider attending the meeting virtually or by phone.

All meeting materials, including the presentation, will be available on the project website at www.cflroads.com/project/445220-1 prior to the meeting.

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

Persons who require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or persons who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Erin Kleinfelt, Public Involvement Consultant, at 407-764-0006 or Erin@Valerin-Group.com at least seven (7) 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).