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Update on I-35 Capital Express and Austin Transportation Projects

Original title: Updates on the I-35 Capital Express Project and other Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) projects in the Austin area [Tommy Abrego, Mobility35 Program Manager; Christiana M. Astarita, Transportation Engineer - TxDOT].

May 14, 2026

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What this does

The Mobility Committee will receive a on the status and progress of the I-35 Capital Express Project, which impacts regional traffic patterns, construction timelines, and infrastructure development for Austin residents.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Austin Residents

Residents are affected by the construction, traffic management, and long-term infrastructure changes resulting from the I-35 Capital Express Project.

Texas Department of Transportation

The agency is responsible for the planning, engineering, and execution of the projects being briefed.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 14, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

This document is an agenda item for the Mobility Committee regarding updates on the I-35 Capital Express Project and other Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) initiatives in the Austin area.

Key Facts

  • The Mobility Committee is scheduled to receive a briefing on the I-35 Capital Express Project.
  • The briefing includes updates on various Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) projects within the Austin area.
  • Tommy Abrego, Mobility35 Program Manager, is listed as a presenter.
  • Christiana M. Astarita, TxDOT Transportation Engineer, is listed as a presenter.
  • The document is filed under number 26-1614.
  • The status of the item is 'Agenda Ready' as of April 13, 2026.

Why It Matters

The Mobility Committee will receive a on the status and progress of the I-35 Capital Express Project, which impacts regional traffic patterns, construction timelines, and infrastructure development for Austin residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this document?
It is an agenda item for a Mobility Committee meeting to provide updates on ongoing TxDOT transportation projects in Austin, specifically the I-35 Capital Express.
Who is presenting the information?
The will be provided by Tommy Abrego ( Program Manager) and Christiana M. Astarita (TxDOT Transportation Engineer).

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Connected Entities

personTommy AbregoMobility35 Program ManagerMap →
personChristiana M. AstaritaTransportation Engineer at TxDOTMap →
organizationMobility CommitteeCommittee receiving the briefingMap →
organizationTexas Department of TransportationState agency overseeing the projectsMap →

Sources

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