Petition Summary:

We, the undersigned commuters, residents, and taxpayers, demand accountability and immediate action from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the contractor, Zack Burkett Co., for damages caused by unsafe road conditions on Highway 287 between Wichita Falls and Iowa Park, Texas.

What Happened:

In recent weeks, Zack Burkett Co., under contract with TxDOT, began resurfacing a section of Highway 287. The company scraped off the existing pavement but failed to immediately repave or properly remove loose debris. As a result:

• The road has remained in an unsafe, stripped-down condition for weeks.
• Loose gravel and debris have been left unchecked.
• Numerous vehicles have suffered cracked or shattered windshields and other damage due to flying debris.
• The situation is worsening daily due to high-speed traffic dislodging more debris.

Our Demands:

1. Immediate cleanup and stabilization of the affected roadway.
2. A formal public acknowledgment by TxDOT and Zack Burkett Co. of the hazard and damages caused.
3. A dedicated and expedited claims process to reimburse drivers for windshield and other vehicle damage.
4. Preventive measures and improved debris management for future projects.

Why It Matters:

This is not just an inconvenience — it’s a public safety hazard and a financial burden on hardworking Texans. Commuters should not have to bear the cost of repairs caused by negligence during a state-funded road project.

We are asking TxDOT and Zack Burkett Co. to do what’s right: clean up the road, fix the hazard, and take responsibility for the damage already done.