This phase of the design process is expected to take about two years, with completion scheduled in January 2014, and includes the following activities:
• Building on the results of the 2008 Corridor Scoping Study;
• Developing more specific, detailed information regarding options (known as preliminary alternatives) within the study area;
• Conducting the engineering and environmental studies;
• Evaluating funding options for the construction of the project; and
• Sharing information with the public and project stakeholders and listening to their comments and suggestions.