OP is correct. It seemed a “done deal” 10-12 years ago that 466 would have an exit on to I75. In short, It didn’t happen and The Villages Developer moved on south. With Costco coming it could really happen this time around.
That said, highways can never keep pace with “uncontrolled” growth. Florida, since the 60’s, fits that picture. Answers: 1. Manage the population growth. (Politically not feasible because taxes would necessarily be raised in Florida- but nice try. ) 2. Short term: More lanes where I75 and Turnpike merge and the 466 exit on to I75 while at the same time widening I 75 to eight lanes to north of Ocala. 3. Longer term goal: Extend turnpike west and north to Interstate 10 easing I75 traffic a bit. “You’re never too old to set a new goal or to dream a new dream” C.W. Lewis.
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