HAYS COUNTY — Hays County, in collaboration with the city of Buda, is conducting a study to explore the feasibility of constructing SH 45 between I-35 and RM 1626.

Members of the community are invited to an open house about the study from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 15 at Sunfield Station Event Center in Buda.

Over the last 35-plus years, most portions of SH 45 have been constructed, including the sections east of I-35 and west of RM 1626 — leaving a gap between the two highways.

Several large-scale residential and mixed-use developments are currently planned in this area between I-35 and RM 1626.

As more development plans progress, the SH 45 Gap Project becomes more challenging and impactful. Hays County, in partnership with the city of Buda, is exploring the feasibility of the Gap Project before the area is substantially developed.

The comment period is from June 15-30. Comments may be submitted through the website, at the in-person open house, by email at info@sh45gap.com, by mail (P.O. Box 5459, Austin, TX 78763) or by text/voicemail at 512-400-6107.

For more information, visit www.sh45gap.com.