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. These public workshops are an initial step in the process of seeking input from interested stakeholders. All workshops will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in an open house format allowing an opportunity to view the displays and discuss the project with project team representatives. A brief presentation will begin at 6 p.m. each evening. All workshops will be identical, including the schedule, format, presentation, and displays. A brief presentation will begin at 6 p.m. each evening. During the workshops, 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. Financial Project ID No: 430103-1-22-01