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Austin, TX

Purchase and install Variable Message Signs on major highways and arterials to manage special events in Central Austin and provide improved driver information.

$5,000,000.00 - 25 jobs - Streets/Roads Program

Is this project critical? or

9% voted critical - 91% voted not critical - 235 votes cast

Yes
 
No
 

Wiki Description

[edit] General Description

Install more of the big roadside message boards that you see amber alerts, road closure, and traffic congestion reports on.

[edit] Points in Favor

Improves traffic flow by directing people away from congested areas and suggesting alternate routes. Informs public of safety information.

REDUCES TRAFFIC JAMS!

[edit] Points Against

Big Sign scenic pollution.

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