Posted Friday, March 1, 2013 --- 4:03 p.m.

Press Release from the WisDOT:

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will hold a public information meeting to discuss the replacement of the US 51 southbound bridge at the Cottage Grove Road interchange scheduled for 2015.

The meeting will be held on March 19 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at LaFollette High School, 702 Pflaum Road, Madison. The meeting will be conducted in an open house format; the public is encouraged to attend to ask any questions and provide input. A short presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m. and include a basic overview of project concepts. WisDOT, City of Madison, and project design staff will be available before and after the presentation to answer questions and provide additional information regarding the project.

Wheelchair accessibility is available at this meeting site. Written comments regarding the project can be mailed to Robert Lex, WisDOT, 2101 Wright Street, Madison, WI 53704-2583; (608) 246-5622

Citizens who are hearing impaired and require an interpreter may request one by contacting Bob Lex at least three working days prior to the meeting via the Wisconsin Telecommunications Relay System (dial 711).