The hearing proceedings are being held to allow interested persons the opportunity to provide comments concerning the recommended “Build” Alternative for the project. The project proposes improving SR 52 from two to six lanes between the Suncoast Parkway and I-75. The Public Hearing is being conducted pursuant to Chapter 339 Florida Statutes, 23 CFR 771, 23 U.S.C. 128, Chapter 120 Florida Statutes and Title VI and Title VIII of the United States Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1968. Individuals requiring special considerations under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 should contact Gabor Farkasfalvy, Project Manager, (813)975-6455 or (800)226-7220. Written comments not received at the hearing conclusion may be submitted to the Department via mail but must be postmarked by Monday, June 19, 2006 to become part of the official Public Hearing record. Written comments should be addressed to: Robert M. Clifford, AICP, Modal Planning and Development Manager, Florida Department of Transportation, District Seven; 11201 N. McKinley Drive, MS 7-500, Tampa, Florida 33612.