The Florida Department of Transportation has initiated the Polk Rail Study to identify the best solutions for regional freight movement through Polk County while minimizing community and environmental impacts. The public workshop will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in an open house format allowing interested people an opportunity to view the displays and discuss the project with project team representatives. A brief presentation will begin at 6 p.m. During the workshop, attendees can also visit interactive exhibits such as a noise booth to listen to sound level samples of trains, motorcycles, and other similar examples. Participants can also stop by a computer lab to access the project’s website and virtual town hall and join the discussion online. In the event that a hurricane warning is issued for June 18th, the workshop will be postponed and will be held on the alternative date of Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at the same time and location. Financial Project ID No: 430103-1-22-01