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R-2016-3897 - 10/27/2016RESOLUTION NO. R-2016-3897 WHEREAS, the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority ("CTRMA") was created to improve the transportation system in Williamson and Travis counties with a mission to implement transportation options that reduce congestion and create transportation choices that enhance quality of life and economic vitality; and WHEREAS, Williamson County and cities within the county have identified three projects in long-term transportation planning that will have a significant impact for their residents, including the design and construction of Phase 1 of MoKan Expressway (Chandler Road to Hwy 45), to be compatible with existing uses, the full development of frontage roads in the southern portion of 183A, and the expansion of 183A north of Seward Junction past County Road 258; and WHEREAS, these projects are needed now to provide transportation solutions for our rapidly growing population and it is essential to build these projects before it is too late, while right-of-way is still affordable and before corridors are developed, which could cause disruptions for businesses, homes or schools if delays occur; and WHEREAS, congestion is bad for the environment, for the economy, for public safety, and for quality of life; these projects will give drivers the option to spend less time on the road, help improve air quality and reduce the threat to public safety caused by crowded highways; and WHEREAS, a reliable transportation infrastructure is vital to connect goods and people, with connectivity for motorists being the cornerstone of prosperity, creating expanded economic development, and more financial opportunities for individuals and families, Now Therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROUND ROCK, TEXAS, That the City Council requests that the CTRMA partner with Williamson County and the City to assist in the development of these projects that will improve the quality of lives and safety for City residents and the region. 0112.1604;00366146 The City Council hereby finds and declares that written notice of the date, hour, place and subject of the meeting at which this Resolution was adopted was posted and that such meeting was open to the public as required by law at all times during which this Resolution and the subject matter hereof were discussed, considered and formally acted upon, all as required by the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, as amended. RESOLVED this 27th day of October, 2016. ATTEST: &*Wl,- - &'b� SARA L. WHITE, City Clerk FA OIWZL-"- ALAN MCGRAW, Mayor City of Round Rock, Texas