CFX Project No: 599-225 Project Description: CFX Feasibility & Project Development and Environment Study Lake / Orange County Connector (US 27 to SR 429) The Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) is conducting a Feasibility and Project Development and Environment (PD&E) study for the proposed Lake / Orange County Connector project. The study will determine if a limited access facility between US 27 in south Lake County and SR 429 in west Orange County is viable and fundable in accordance with CFX policies and procedures. This is the first meeting of the Environmental Advisory Group (EAG) for the Lake/Orange County Connector Feasibility/Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study. As a special advisory resource to the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) and the consultant team, the EAG will provide input regarding local needs, concerns and potential physical, natural, social and cultural impacts that will be crucial in the evaluation of corridor and alternative alignments. The overall goals of the Lake / Orange County Connector are to provide improved connections between area roads; accommodate anticipated transportation demand; provide consistency with local and regional plans; support economic viability and job creation; support intermodal opportunities; and enhance evacuation and emergency services. Public involvement and interagency coordination are an integral part of the assessment process, and multiple opportunities for participation are being provided. If you have any questions or would like more information about the study, please contact Kathy Putnam, Public Involvement Coordinator, by phone at 407-802-3210, or by email at LakeOrangeStudy@CFXway.com or visit the study webpage at https://www.cfxway.com/agency-information/plans-studies/project-studies/lake-orange-co-connector-pde/. You may also follow the study on Facebook at @LakeOrangeConnector. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons who require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or persons who require translation services, free of charge, should contact Ms. Putnam as noted above.