South Texas Energy & Economic Roundtable sent a letter to TXDOT calling on more Prop 1 transportation funding dollars to support road improvements in Eagle Ford and Permian Basin oil producing regions.
Letter highlights:
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“South Texas county judges, mayors and all elected officials, along with the oil and natural gas industry, put a premium on safety.”
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Increase in accidents in the region
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Roads were not designed to withstand the increased activity
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An investment in South Texas roads will help sustain long term economic development in a region driving the state’s economy.
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Only 15% of funds from Prop 1 will fund Energy Sector roads, & this should be reconsidered Fuel Fix