Will Interstate 69 from Martinsville to Indianapolis still be built if the Indiana Commerce Connector is constructed?

Yes. These are two separate projects. The long-range forecasts for development between Indianapolis and Martinsville indicate traffic on the existing Indiana 37 will nearly double within the next 25 years under current conditions. Upgrading Indiana 37 to a fully access-controlled, interstate facility (Interstate 69) will reduce accidents and congestion and will provide a more efficient link between central and southwest Indiana. In addition, INDOT will continue working with local communities to address their concerns about the impact of Interstate 69 in their area.

Will the governor now focus more on building Indiana Commerce Connector than Interstate 69?

No. The governor is the lead champion for Interstate 69 and the only elected leader who has now suggested two ways to pay for it - neither involving a gas tax increase. In fact, the governor directed INDOT to inform the federal government that we are moving forward with the toll-free Interstate 69 plan approved in 2004.

Source: Office of Governor Mitch Daniels