JAMES NOACK COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 3 1130 Pruit Roa ‘MONTGOMERY COUNTY Conroe: (936) 539-7817 Sprin Houston: (281) 367-3977 Texas 773 Fax: (281) 298-7321 ‘commistionemoack(@metx.org June 22, 2017 Commissioner Noack seeks assistance from Abbott, Texas Transportation Commission to prohibit tolling of 249, now requests assistance from public SPRING- Montgomery County Precinct 3 Commissioner James Noack sent formal letters on Tuesday to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and the Texas Transportation Commission Board requesting they prohibit the tolling of SH 249 from FM 1774 to the Montgomery County line. “ve asked the Governor to do everything in his power to keep FM 249, in Montgomery County, from being tolled,” Noack said. "Governor Abbott has stated he will fix Texas roadways without debt or taxes, I've asked him to make good on his pledge,” Noack is now calling on the public to assist him in his fight against tolling the Montgomery County portion of Texas 249, “| am urging the taxpayers to ensure their voices are heard,” Noack sald. “As residents of Montgomery County we must lead, not follow. The taxpayers must insist that TxDOT build, fund and maintain Texas 249, without a toll.” ‘The Republican Party of Texas platform states in item number 212 under Toll Road Funding that, "..we call upon both state and federal lawmakers to adequately fund our highways without hidden taxes, tolls, or raiding emergency funds.” Noack is asking for the public's support to insist the Texas Transportation Commission Board stand with him and prohibit Texas 249 from being tolled and to stand behind Governor Abbott's opposition of toll roads across Texas. “The Texas Transportation Commission is appointed by the Governor,” said Commissioner Noack. “I would hope they would honor his commitment to the people of Texas.” Individuals can contact members of the Texas Transportation Commission by calling their office at (512) 305-9509 or by emailing them individually: Tryon D. Lewis, Chair: iryon.lewis@rxdot. gov Jeff Austin Il, Commissioner: jeff.austin@txdot.gov J. Bruce Bugg Jr, Commissioner: bruce.buse@txdol,vov Laura Ryan, Commissioner: aura.ryan@txdot.cov Victor Vandergrff, Commissioner: victor. vandergriff@txdot.gov For more information or with any questions, please contact Evan Besong at 281-367-3977 HeJAMES NOACK COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 3 ‘Montgomery County 1130 Prutt Road evan.besongomerxorg Spring, Texas 77380 281-367-3977 June 20, 2017 RE: 249 Toll Road Dear Governor Abbott, As you know, the Texas Department of Transportation has plans to build SH 249 from FM 174 to the Montgomery County Line. On behalf of my constituents, | am asking that you do everything in your power to prohibit the Texas Department of Transportation from tolling this roadway. Montgomery County takes pride in being one of the reddest counties in Texas. The Republican Party of Texas platform plainly addresses toll roads and asks the state to fully fund roadways in Texas. When you ran for office, a plank in your platform was no more toll roads. Since your election, you have stated several times your opposition of these roads. Please continue to follow- through on your campaign pledge to stop toll roads in Montgomery County and throughout the state of Texas. Regards, ey James Noack Commissioner, Precinct 3 CC: Tryon D. Lewis ~ Chair Jeff Austin Ill = Commissioner J. Bruce Bugg Jr. - Commissioner Laura Ryan — Commissioner Victor Vandergriff - Commissioner James M. Bass ~ Executive Director James Noack ~ Commissioner, Precinct 3JAMES NOACK ‘COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 3 ‘Montgomery County 1130 Pruitt Road ‘evan besong@mcteorg Spring, Texas 77380 281-367-3977 June 20, 2017 RE: 249 Toll Road Dear Texas Transportation Commission Members, (On behalf of my constituents, | have communicated with each of you requesting TxDOT to build, fund and maintain the 3.6 mile section of the SH 249 Tollway. When Governor Abbott ran for office, he campaigned to fix Texas roads without raising taxes, fees, or tolls and to change the atmosphere at the Capitol. He emphasized that his plan did not involve any toll roads and he was not interested in adding toll roads to his plan. While the funding for roads has not been resolved, the last two sessions of the Texas legislature have made some progress. | have sent a letter advocating for Governor Abbott to stand true on his campaign platform. Montgomery County takes pride in being one of the reddest counties in Texas. The Republican Party of Texas platform plainly addresses toll roads and asks the state to fully fund roadways in Texas. | urge each of you, as the Texas Transportation Commission Board, to stand with me and prohibit the tolling of SH 249 from FM 1774 to the Montgomery County line and stand behind Governor Abbott on his opposition of toll roads. Regards, James Noack Commissioner, Precinct 3 CC: Tryon D. Lewis ~ Chair Jeff Austin Il = Commissioner J. Bruce Bugg Jr. - Commissioner Laura Ryan — Commissioner Victor Vandergriff - Commissioner James M. Bass ~ Executive Director James Noack ~ Commissioner, Precinct 3JAMES NOACK COMMISSIONER PRECINCT 3 Montgomery County 1130 Pruit Rose evan.besong@med.org Spring, Texas 77380 281-367-2977 June 13, 2017 RE: 249 Toll Road Dear Texas Transportation Commission Members, The Montgomery County Commissioners Court signed a resolution on June 13, 2017, during the regular session of the Commissioners Court in favor of the 249 Tollway being completed from Tomball to Todd Mission. This resolution sparked controversy by not only the differing views of our own court members, but also the other elected officials, community leaders and citizens all of whom addressed the court. This resolution was not a unanimous decision as it obtained a 3-2 vote. | was one of the nay votes for this resolution and firmly believe if this contentious initiative is placed before the taxpayers of Montgomery County it will be voted down. | hereby ask for TxDOT to build, fund and maintain the 3.6-mile section of the 249 Tollway. Regards, Jarhes Noack Commissioner, Precinct 3 CC: Tryon D. Lewis — Chair Jeff Austin II — Commissioner J. Bruce Bugg Jr. - Commissioner Laura Ryan ~ Commissioner Victor Vandergriff - Commissioner James M. Bass ~ Executive Director James Noack — Commissioner, Precinct 3