Virginia Department of Transportation to Host Open House for Various Project Proposals

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 21, 2025

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has scheduled a Public Hearing to allow citizens the opportunity to review plans for a proposed bundle of projects along Fontaine Avenue and Hydraulic Road on Thursday, May 22 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Virginia Department of Forestry (900 Natural Resources Drive, Suite 800, Charlottesville, VA).

These proposals aim to improve safety, pedestrian accommodations, and travel efficiency at the US 29 Bypass at Fontaine Avenue, at the roundabout of Hydraulic Road and District Avenue, and improve the overall streetscape of Fontaine Avenue.

The meeting will be an informal open house for citizens to connect with City and VDOT staff. Representatives from VDOT will be available to answer questions and receive both verbal and written comments from the community.

For more details on each project proposal, please visit VDOT’s project webpage (link).

Media Contact:
Afton Schneider
Director of Communications & Public Engagement
City of Charlottesville
434-996-0331
media@charlottesville.gov

Virginia Department of Transportation to Host Open House for Various Project Proposals