The project’s been in limbo for years as the county struggled to reach a design amenable to all parties. Former Commissioner Bob Ott, who used to represent the area, told the MDJ he’d held up the proposal several times because he disagreed with transportation officials on the appropriate scope.

“It came down to me and the community questioning the need for a project that was that extensive,” said Ott. 

https://www.yahoo.com/now/cobb-officials-bat-back-criticisms-092100964.html

Why Oppose?

•  Small Business Threat: This project threatens local businesses, potentially forcing closures due to property acquisition and raised median limiting customer access.

•  Permanent Bottleneck: The design guarantees ongoing traffic congestion, trapping commuters and harming the local economy.

•  Lengthy Construction: Endures over two years of disruptive construction, impacting nearly 40,000 daily commuters and jeopardizing businesses.

•  Residential Risks: Increased traffic through neighborhoods endangers children and pets.

•  Misplaced Priority: There are more critical intersections in Cobb that demand attention. This project is not urgent and lacks proper safety justification.