Event Brief
Pasco pioneers fear loss from road extension
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: Richard and Judy Osteen, longtime New Port Richey-area landowners, say a proposed extension of Osteen Road could take part of their property, including an old magnolia tree and a sugar cane field. Neighbors worry about added traffic and tree impacts as Pasco County reviews design alternatives and plans to brief commissioners later.
WHO: Richard and Judy Osteen; Lauren Lanterman; John Bebe; Pasco County officials and Transportation Engineering Department; county commissioners
WHAT: A proposed road extension through the Osteen family’s property to connect Massachusetts Avenue and Orchid Lake Road, with residents concerned about property loss and impacts from increased traffic and tree removal.
WHEN: Sep 15, 2026 at 2:44 PM ET
WHERE: Pasco County, Florida
WHY: No specific cause was reported. Pasco County said it is evaluating design alternatives to improve roadway connectivity, pedestrian access, safety, and emergency routing while considering future connections.
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