Hays County voters will see funding for road improvements on their November ballot this year.

The county commissioners put a $440 million road bond on the ballot. The money would go towards a list of projects already being worked on, as well as future improvements.

It would add a total of 2 cents per every $100 of property valuation to the current county tax rate, which is recommended at 35 cents per $100.

“Our residents utilize roads daily and they continue to be one of the top issues of concern,” Precinct 1 Commissioner Debbie Ingalsbe said. “It is also important to have an open process to allow our residents to determine if this is a need they are willing to fund. I believe it is important to be conscientious about this bond’s financial impact on our families.”

The projects will address “substandard” roads to improve safety and increase capacity, the county said. With the population of Hays County expected to grow 267% by 2045, the aim is to increase commuter safety, ease congestion and create better regional connectivity.

Hays County said 2016 road bond projects that have been developed will now be built with this 2024 program. More project development will also be part of the 2024 program to set up projects to be “shovel-ready” for future state and federal funding opportunities.

The county will hold open houses on the measure ahead of Election Day.