ORLANDO, Fla. — The Florida Department of Transportation is spotlighting major planned improvements to roadways in Central Florida.
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It’s all a part of the project “Moving Florida Forward.”
State transportation leaders gave contractors a look Tuesday at what they expect.
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That includes a $2.5 billion overhaul of I-4 from west of US-27 to east of State Road 536, including the Poinciana Connector.
The interstate will get two express lanes in each direction, auxiliary lanes, safety technology and more modern features.
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There is an estimated 8-to-10-year timeline on the projects, but some segments could open sooner.
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