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SPANISH FORK — Utah's Department of Transportation has kicked off an environmental assessment to address the quickly growing city of Spanish Fork.
UDOT teamed up with Spanish Fork officials to put out a survey about proposed changes to nearby highways. Over 1,000 people responded, with most commuters saying they use U.S. 6 to reach Interstate 15.
"There was a good majority of the people that responded that said ... another interchange there would be an important step in helping them get around," said UDOT spokesman John Gleason. "We want to understand what the community wants and kind of express to them what we've learned in our study."
While no decisions have been made, and potential changes will take time, UDOT wants to remind Utah County residents that transportation solutions are top of mind.
"It is a priority, and I think when you look at a community like this that's growing as quickly as it is, it is important to address those transportation needs and make sure that people are able to get to where they are going now and into the future as well," Gleason said.
Two public meetings were planned to discuss the change, both in person and online.
The virtual meeting was held Monday evening. The in-person meeting is on Tuesday at the Spanish Fork Public Library at 5 p.m.
The period for public comment will last until July 26 and is on UDOT's website.
