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Coalition Celebrates Groundbreaking for Phase II of LA 1 Improvement Project
Leeville, LA – The LA 1 Coalition celebrated the start of construction today for Phase II of the LA 1 Improvement Project, an 8.3-mile elevated highway from Leeville to Golden Meadow that will connect critical energy infrastructure to the nation.
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, Governor John Bel Edwards, LA DOTD Secretary Dr. Shawn Wilson, Coalition leaders, stakeholders, state and local elected officials and contributors to the project participated in a groundbreaking ceremony at the Leeville Public Boat Launch. The ceremony marked the final step in a project over 25 years in the making.
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“One to One” Newsletter – December 2021
In this issue:
• Contract Awarded to James Construction for Phase 2 of LA 1 Project
• Thank you to our Phase 2 Construction Funding Partners!
• LA 1 Coalition Focuses on Implementing Industry Match Payments
• Executive Director Henri Boulet Expands Role with Morganza Action Coalition
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“One to One” Newsletter – August 2021
In this issue:
• LA DOTD to Open Bids for Phase 2 of the LA 1 Improvement Project on October 6
• LA 1 Coalition Recognizes Efforts of LA DOTD Project Management Team
• Southbound Intersection of Elevated LA 1 to Widen to 3 Lanes at Leeville Exit for Easy Access
• LA 1 will Support Growing Activity at Port and in Gulf – A Message from Chairman Chett Chiasson
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“One to One” Newsletter – December 2020
In this issue:
• A message from Chairman Chett Chiasson
• LA 1 Project Moves Toward Construction in 2021
• Finalizing Funding for Phase 2
• 2020 Hurricane Season Highlights Need for Elevated Highway
• Welcome new Coalition members!
$135 Million Federal Transportation Grant to be Awarded for LA 1 Improvement Project
Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards announced today that Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LA DOTD) will receive a $135 million federal grant for construction of an 8.3-mile elevated LA Highway 1 between Leeville and Golden Meadow in Lafourche Parish. [Read more…] about $135 Million Federal Transportation Grant to be Awarded for LA 1 Improvement Project
