Grady Smithey, Jr.
Member, Legislative Study Committee
On Private Participation in Toll Projects
1806 Cedar Hill Road
Duncanville, Texas 75137
The Honorable John Carona
Chairman, Legislative Study Committee
On Private Participation in Toll Projects
P.O. Box 12068
Capitol Station
Austin, Texas 78711
September 9, 2008
Dear Mr. Chairman:
It has been an honor and a privilege to have been appointed to serve on the Legislative Study Committee on Private Participation in Toll Projects with some of the most talented and dedicated transportation experts in the state. It has been a learning opportunity for me, and I have garnered a great deal of information, both from those who chose to provide testimony, as well as from my fellow committee members. Thank you, Chairman, for your leadership and statesmanship in conducting our meetings and public hearings.
After reviewing and evaluating the testimony and information provided to the committee, I respectfully submit the attached list of recommendations. I request that these recommendations be included in the committee's final report.