1. Why are the highway and transit projects formerly combined in the I-70 East Corridor Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) moving forward separately?

The separation, which occurred in spring 2006, allows both projects to move forward more efficiently by better focusing on the issues unique to each. Both studies incorporate the data and public input gathered prior to the separation, and each will continue to encourage public input using the community outreach techniques developed in the I-70 East Corridor EIS.

2. What will be studied?

The I-70 East EIS will study highway improvements between I-25 and Tower Road. The East Corridor EIS will study transit between downtown Denver and Denver International Airport.

3. What happens next?

The I-70 East EIS team plans to release the Draft EIS (DEIS) in 2008. The DEIS will include detailed analysis of the social, environmental, and economic impacts of the No-Action and four build alternatives. A Final EIS is scheduled for 2009, followed by a Record of Decision issued by the Federal Highway Administration.

4. When is my next chance to provide input?

Public hearings are planned following the release of the DEIS. You will receive a postcard from the project team to notify you about the public hearing if you join our Mailing List.

5. Will I have to attend different meetings if I’m interested in both projects?

Yes, because meetings for each study will now focus exclusively on either transit or highway alternatives, which will allow you to provide more detailed input.

6. How can I stay in contact with both projects?

Contact information for each project is as follows:

I-70 East EIS, the highway study, can be reached by e-mail, by calling 303.294.9300, or by writing:

I-70 East EIS Team
Colorado Department of Transportation
4670 N. Holly Street
Denver, CO 80216

East Corridor EIS, the transit study, can be reached at 303.299.2401, or online at www.eastcorridor.com.