Willow Springs, Mo. - The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and Representative Belinda Harris will host a public meeting Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009 at the building next to the Brown Store, located at 34569 Route 185, Sullivan, Mo., beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The meeting will be held in a conversational style, and include discussion on the improving the state's transportation system overall, making it safer, and future plans for Route 185.

Representatives with MoDOT will be available to answer questions and hear input from the public.

Those with disabilities who may require special services at the public meeting should notify MoDOT customer service, by October 26, 2009, at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636).

Citizens interested in this or other highway projects in the area may call the MoDOT Customer Service Center at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636).  Customers also may email the center at d9csc@modot.mo.gov. Transportation information is available online at www.modot.org/southcentral.

Citizens may also contact Representative Belinda Harris, at the State Capitol, Jefferson City, Mo 65101, by capitol phone: 573-751-2398, district home phone: 636-944-3522 or email at: belinda.harris@house.mo.gov

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