$26.8 million awarded for road project to address Lee County growth

Lee County commissioners unanimously approved the contract for a $26.8 million road project May 16 aimed at easing congestion as the county's population continues to grow.

According to the county, the project includes the construction of a four-lane arterial extension from the north end of Three Oaks Parkway north about 2.5 miles. It also includes a new bridge crossing over the Fiddlesticks canal, two on-road bike lanes, concrete sidewalks, street lighting, utility relocations and “related improvements.”

Work on the fully funded project is expected to begin next month.