 On Thursday, June 20th the Louisville Metro Council passed the Capital and Operating Budgets for our city.
The budget, which came as a result of dozens of hearings and even more negotiation, sets our community’s spending priorities for the coming year. While much of Mayor Greenberg’s proposed spending was kept intact, changes were made to address areas that I found concerning.
Heading into the FY25, I and many of my colleagues placed a heavy focus on funding safety, roads, and parks. Unfortunately, after getting the mayor’s budget, it became apparent that funding for paving, safety enhancements and parks maintenance were significantly lacking. As a result, I and others on the Metro Council began working to find a means for adding nearly $12 million in support to help reach our goals.
The Council’s amendment to the Mayor’s Budget Proposal achieves the following:
- $30 million in total road paving (as recommended by Public Works as part of our ten-year plan for fixing our streets).
- $4.3 million in total for street markings and signage to improve safety for motorists.
- $2.9 million to address deferred maintenance at our parks (play equipment, paving, lights, restrooms).
- Reinstating cuts made to the Soil and Water as well as partial funding for Cooperative Extension Offices.
- Increasing funding for Community Ministries to adjust to changing population. demographics within cutting funding from some areas.
District #16 Projects Funded as Part of the FY25 Budget
As a result of Metro Council’s focus on safety, roads, and parks, I am very pleased to report that we secured funding for the following projects in District 16 for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2025:
- Thurman Hutchins Park Restroom Renovations $250,000.
- Springdale Road Straightening Study $150,000.
- Locust Grove Roof Replacement $60,000.
(Louisville Metro’s Fiscal Year 2025 begins July 1, 2024 and ends June 30th, 2025).
Looking Ahead to the next year:
The budget passed on Thursday is significantly better than what was initially presented by Mayor Greenberg. It was the result of bipartisan work conducted over more than two months. The final budget spends less on personnel/operations and more on capital projects such as roads and parks, though some of the increased spending remains concerning.
Despite reducing operational expenses by $10 million, I believe that the continued growth of services, the loss of American Rescue Plan (ARP), Build Back Better (BBB) and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding in the coming years, as well as an economic slowdown, could be difficult to navigate. I and members of the minority caucus argued to slow the growth of personnel and require that grants such as Municipal Aid for Roads program dollars be used for construction of roads. While we were successful in making some of these changes, we still face tough decisions in the future if leaders don’t embrace the need for making smart choices today to avoid hard choices later.
I hope this budget update is of help. If you have any questions about the contents of the Louisville Metro Budget, please know that a copy will be posted online at https://louisvilleky.gov/government/management-budget/fy25-budget.
In addition, my office would be happy to answer any of your questions should you call, email, or see me at one of my upcoming meetings.
It is an honor to serve you!
Scott
 Earlier this month, I requested a meeting with LMPD to discuss the increase of car thefts that are impacting Northeastern Jefferson County. I wanted to learn more about the department’s efforts to combat this critical issue, as well as any obstacles that were preventing officers from being able to apprehend the people involved in these criminal acts.
During this meeting I was informed of several efforts already underway as well as ongoing plans to apprehend the groups of individuals who were organized in striking a variety of neighborhoods throughout the city. We also reviewed the needs of the department related to additional cameras as well as the need to review mask policies that have led many criminals to use COVID-era masking as a means for preventing our cameras and police from being able to identify those driving stolen vehicles and attempting to remove items from cars.
Since our meeting, we are happy to report that LMPD has had success arresting a number of people in connection with these crimes and continues to follow up on other leads. Unfortunately, their actions alone can’t solve this problem. We need to have judges who will hold those convicted of these crimes accountable and we need your help as well.
According to police nearly 90% of car robberies and thefts are due to vehicles being unlocked with valuables readily available and in sight. In addition – many of the vehicles stolen aren’t hot-wired like we see in the movies, but rather the result of an owner leaving their unlocked car with the keys or car fob, in the car. Please make sure you are locking your cars and removing valuables from sight whenever you leave your vehicle. Please remember, that we are working hard to get more officers on the streets, but we can all help create a safer neighborhood by taking these preventative steps.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (June 20, 2024) – The Louisville Zoo is celebrating the start of summer this weekend with a great ticket discount. This weekend only, June 22 and 23, 2024, adults ages 12 – 59 can enjoy general admission for only $20. Children (ages 3 – 11) and seniors can enter for only $15 per person. Children two and under are always free. The Zoo encourages guests to prepare for the weather with refillable water bottles, cooling off at indoor air-conditioned spaces, and visiting the popular Glacier Run Splash Park — free with Zoo admission or membership. Plus, be sure to pick up free cups of ice water at concession stands or stop by a Louisville Water Company bottle refill station located inside the African Outpost, near the entrance to the Islands’ Pavilion and on the Zoo’s main plaza.
Guests will want to stop in and see their favorite new mates — the Zoo’s recent additions, male koalas Dharuk and Telowie — along with red panda, Sundara, in his new habitat and, of course, elephants Punch and Mikki, ahead of their move to The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee in 2025.
The Zoo kicks off summer with a full slate of activities including movie nights for both adults and kids as well as character days.
Movie Nights in the Oasis Field
The Zoo is celebrating the summer with a movie series under the stars! Enjoy Late-Night Date Night features or Cinema Safari films for the younger set. Join the Zoo staff in the Oasis Field at sundown to watch on our giant inflatable screen. Gates opens at 8 p.m. The movies start at sundown. Tickets are $5 for non-members, free for Zoo members. Tickets must be purchased at the gate and cannot be purchased online. Concessions will be available for purchase. Guests are encouraged to pack their own blankets and lawn chairs.
- June 21: “Barbie” Presented by Mercy Academy
- July 26: “Top Gun”
Cinema Safari is sponsored by Great Clips
- July 12: “Trolls Band Together”
- August 9: “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”
- September 13: “Haunted Mansion”
Meet Me at the Zoo
Meet and greet some of your favorite storybook characters free with Zoo admission or Zoo membership on the following days:
- June 22: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Royal Rendezvous
- Meet and greet some favorite princess characters presented by Norton Children’s
- July 20 & 21: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Santa’s Summer Safari
- Enjoy meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus on their summer vacation and recall cooler times with winter-themed holiday enrichment for animals and games for the kids.
- August 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Super Back to School Bash
- Start the new school year with two favorite video game heroes who happen to be brothers and their princess pal. Presented by Norton Children’s
Zoo Hours
The Zoo is open daily year-round. Spring/summer hours are 10 a.m. ─ 5 p.m. (stay until 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more info.
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The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (June 20, 2024) – The Louisville Zoo is celebrating the start of summer this weekend with a great ticket discount. This weekend only, June 22 and 23, 2024, adults ages 12 – 59 can enjoy general admission for only $20. Children (ages 3 – 11) and seniors can enter for only $15 per person. Children two and under are always free. The Zoo encourages guests to prepare for the weather with refillable water bottles, cooling off at indoor air-conditioned spaces, and visiting the popular Glacier Run Splash Park — free with Zoo admission or membership. Plus, be sure to pick up free cups of ice water at concession stands or stop by a Louisville Water Company bottle refill station located inside the African Outpost, near the entrance to the Islands’ Pavilion and on the Zoo’s main plaza.
Guests will want to stop in and see their favorite new mates — the Zoo’s recent additions, male koalas Dharuk and Telowie — along with red panda, Sundara, in his new habitat and, of course, elephants Punch and Mikki, ahead of their move to The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee in 2025.
The Zoo kicks off summer with a full slate of activities including movie nights for both adults and kids as well as character days.
Movie Nights in the Oasis Field
The Zoo is celebrating the summer with a movie series under the stars! Enjoy Late-Night Date Night features or Cinema Safari films for the younger set. Join the Zoo staff in the Oasis Field at sundown to watch on our giant inflatable screen. Gates opens at 8 p.m. The movies start at sundown. Tickets are $5 for non-members, free for Zoo members. Tickets must be purchased at the gate and cannot be purchased online. Concessions will be available for purchase. Guests are encouraged to pack their own blankets and lawn chairs.
- June 21: “Barbie” Presented by Mercy Academy
- July 26: “Top Gun”
Cinema Safari is sponsored by Great Clips
- July 12: “Trolls Band Together”
- August 9: “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”
- September 13: “Haunted Mansion”
Meet Me at the Zoo
Meet and greet some of your favorite storybook characters free with Zoo admission or Zoo membership on the following days:
- June 22: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Royal Rendezvous
- Meet and greet some favorite princess characters presented by Norton Children’s
- July 20 & 21: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Santa’s Summer Safari
- Enjoy meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus on their summer vacation and recall cooler times with winter-themed holiday enrichment for animals and games for the kids.
- August 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Super Back to School Bash
- Start the new school year with two favorite video game heroes who happen to be brothers and their princess pal. Presented by Norton Children’s
Zoo Hours
The Zoo is open daily year-round. Spring/summer hours are 10 a.m. ─ 5 p.m. (stay until 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more info.
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The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
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Those of you who have watched MetroTV over the years have probably done so on Spectrum Cable channel 184 for the purpose of catching a Metro Council meeting, budget hearing, or maybe a press conference on something in which you were interested. MetroTV has now broadened its availability to include the options shown above. Not only that, its programming has expanded, too. Current shows include:
- ‘Louisville This Week’ – a weekly news magazine
- ‘alDia en Louisville’ – a Spanish language talk show hosted by Jose Donis
- ‘Uniquely Louisville’ – spotlighting the people, places, and events that make our city special
- ‘Park it Here’ – stories about our great park system
- ‘Family Friendly Foods’ – for those who want ideas on feeding their family (who couldn't use more ideas for dinner!), and
‘Metro Council Chronicles’ – members of the Metro Council take you through special places and events in their districts
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| I-64 / I-71 / I-265 (I-MoveKY) |
Find the latest project updates here: https://i-moveky.com/.
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| Sherman Minton Bridge |
I-64 & U.S. 150 over the Ohio River between Louisville, KY, and New Albany, IN.
Find the latest project updates here: https://shermanmintonrenewal.com/.
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| KY 22 (Brownsboro Road)/Springcrest Drive Intersection |
Traffic Impacts: Road closure.
Date/Time: Beginning Monday, June 17, at 6 a.m., through Friday, June 28.
Project Limits: KY 22 (Brownsboro Road) between Cliffwynde Trce and Pine Hurst Lane.
Type of Work: The reconstruction of two 11-foot travel lanes and a left turn lane at the Springcrest Drive intersection are included in this project. A 6-foot sidewalk will also be installed along the north side of KY 22 between the entrance just east of Cliffwynde Trce and Brownhurst Cove Road.
Other Details: Following the 11-day full closure of KY 22, the existing lane closure on KY 22, as well as the closure of Springcrest Drive at KY 22, will continue through project completion, now anticipated for the fall of 2024.
Project details: https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/KY-22-(Brownsboro-Road)-and-Springcrest-Drive-Intersection-Improvement-Project----Project-5-371.10---CID-231311.aspx
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| I-64 East & West |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts and rolling roadblocks possible.
Date/Time: Daily/Nighty.
Project Limits: Near mile marker 19, extending to the Shelby County line.
Type of Work: Roadway rehabilitation project in Jefferson and Shelby Counties.
Other Details: *Project press release
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| I-64 East & West (Various Exit Ramps) |
Traffic Impacts: Intermittent lane and ramp closures and delays possible.
Date/Time: Weekdays – 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m., and 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. | Weekends – Friday at 8:00 p.m. through Monday at 6:00 a.m.
Project Limits: Various interchange exit ramps on I-64.
Type of Work: Upgrade and install wrong way pavement markings and signs.
Other Details: The Highway Safety Improvement Project will install and enhance wrong way signs and pavement markings on all District 5 interstate exit ramps to discourage wrong way driving. Motorists should reduce speeds and obey traffic control while workers are present. This project is set to be completed by fall 2025.
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| I-65 South |
Traffic Impacts: Right lane closures possible.
Date/Time: Beginning Monday, June 24, at 9 p.m., to Tuesday, June 25, at 5 a.m.
Project Limits: At mile point 134.5 (near S. Floyd Street).
Type of Work: Panel sign replacement.
Other Details: Motorists should heed signage and exercise caution when traveling through the work zone.
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| I-65 South |
Traffic Impacts: Right and center lane closures possible.
Date/Time: Beginning Monday, June 24, at 9 p.m., to Tuesday, June 25, at 5 a.m.
Project Limits: Near mile point 133.3, at Exit 133 (University Blvd).
Type of Work: Overhead panel sign repair.
Other Details: Motorists should heed signage and exercise caution when traveling through the work zone.
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| I-65 South |
Traffic Impacts: Ramp closure possible.
Date/Time: Beginning Monday, June 24, at 9 p.m., to Tuesday, June 25, at 5 a.m.
Project Limits: On-ramp to I-65 South from S. 1st Street and Jacob Street.
Type of Work: Overhead panel sign replacement
Other Details: Motorists should heed signage and exercise caution when traveling through the work zone.
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| I-65 North |
Traffic Impacts: Closure of the left three lanes possible.
Date/Time: Beginning Tuesday, June 25, at 9 p.m., to Wednesday, June 26, at 5 a.m.
Project Limits: At mile point 128.6 (near Fern Valley Road)
Type of Work: Overhead panel sign replacement.
Other Details: Motorists should heed signage and exercise caution when traveling through the work zone.
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| I-65 North |
Traffic Impacts: Right lane closure possible.
Date/Time: Beginning Tuesday, June 25, at 9 p.m., to Wednesday, June 26, at 5 a.m.
Project Limits: At mile point 132.3 (near Crittenden Drive).
Type of Work: Overhead panel sign repair.
Other Details: Motorists should heed signage and exercise caution when traveling through the work zone.
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| I-65 North |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures possible.
Date/Time: Beginning Wednesday, June 26, at 9 p.m., to Thursday, June 27, at 5 a.m.
Project Limits: Near mile point 129.9 (near Grade Lane).
Detour: Motorists should follow posted detour signs to Exit 131-A.
Type of Work: Overhead panel sign repair.
Other Details: Motorists should heed signage and exercise caution when traveling through the work zone.
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| I-65 North |
Traffic Impacts: Closure of the right two lanes possible.
Date/Time: Beginning Thursday, June 27, at 9 p.m., to Friday, June 28, at 5 a.m.
Project Limits: Near mile point 136.0 (at hospital curve).
Type of Work: Overhead panel sign repair.
Other Details: Motorists should heed signage and exercise caution when traveling through the work zone.
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| I-65 South |
Traffic Impacts: Ramp closure possible.
Date/Time: Beginning Thursday, June 27, at 9 p.m., to Friday, June 28, at 5 a.m.
Project Limits: The I-65 South on-ramp from S. Floyd Street and S. Magnolia Street.
Type of Work: Overhead panel sign replacement.
Other Details: Motorists should heed signage and exercise caution when traveling through the work zone.
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| I-264 East and West (Watterson Expressway) |
Traffic Impacts: Intermittent lane closures.
Date/Time: Nightly – 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., including weekends.
Project Limits: I-264 from I-64 interchange at mile marker 0, extending to East I-65 at mile point 12.7.
Type of Work: Pavement striping and pavement marker installation.
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| I-264 East and West (Watterson Expressway) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures.
Date/Time: The left two lanes on I-264 East and West will be closed Wednesday, June 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The right two lanes on I-264 East and West will be closed Wednesday, June 26, from 7 to 11 p.m.
Project Limits: The KY 864 (Poplar Level Road) bridge over I-264.
Type of Work: KYTC bridge engineers will conduct a hands-on inspection of the KY 864 (Poplar Level Road) bridge over I-264.
Other Details: Motorists are advised to heed signage, use caution and expect delays when traveling through the work zone.
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| I-265 (Gene Snyder Freeway) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane and shoulder closures possible.
Date/Time: Daily – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Project Limits: The bridge over KY 61 at mile point 11.83.
Type of Work: Bridge cleaning/painting and joint repairs.
Other Details: Motorists should use caution when traveling through the work zone.
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| KY 864 (Logan Street/Shelby Street) |
Traffic Impacts: Sidewalk and lane closures possible.
Date/Time: Daily.
Project Limits: Between Goss Avenue and East Gray Street.
Type of Work: One-way to two-way conversion.
Other Details: Work is underway ahead of asphalt resurfacing and the two-way conversion of the roadway.
*https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/Jefferson-County-KY-864-Shelby-Street-and-Logan-Street-One-way-to-Two-way-Conversion.aspx
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| KY 864 (Fegenbush Lane) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: From Beulah Church Road/KY 1065 at mile point 4.250, to North of Sherlock Way at mile point 6.390.
Type of Work: Asphalt resurfacing.
Other Details: Motorists will be directed through the work zone via flagging operations. The expected completion date is the summer of 2024.
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| KY 1819 (Billtown Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Project Limits: Three sections of KY 1819/Billtown Road (Easum Road through Mary Dell Lane, Michael Edward Drive through Fairground Road and Shady Acres Lane through Colonnades Place).
Type of Work: Reconstruction of KY 1819 (Billtown Road) from north of Colonnades Place to south of Easum Road with new traffic signals, signal optimization, turn lanes, storage lanes, etc. (varying by intersection based on existing conditions and future traffic projections for the location).
Other Details: The project is expected to be completed by the summer of 2025.
*https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/KY-1819-Billtown-Road-Reconstruction---Project-05-8203.aspx
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| KY 3084 (Old Henry Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and traffic shifts possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: From Twin Creek Road to Woodmont Branch.
Type of Work: Major roadway construction.
Other Details:
- Phase 7:
The roadway is currently one lane in each direction between Bush Farm Road and Terrace Crossing.
*Bush Farm Road will be closed between Old Henry Road and Promenade Green Way beginning Monday, June 17, at 9 a.m., continuing through Wednesday, June 26, as contract crews work to install a pipe crossing across the roadway.
*This work is part of the KY 3084/KY 362 construction project: https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/KY-3084-(Old-Henry-Road)-between-I-265-in-Jefferson-County-and-KY-362-(Ash-Avenue)-in-Oldham-County.aspx
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| Scenic Loop in Cherokee Park |
Traffic Impacts: Road/bridge closure.
Project Limits: Bridge over the Middle Fork of Beargrass Creek (mile point 1.796) in Cherokee Park.
Detour: Beals Branch Road, Lexington Road (U.S. 60A), and Cochran Hill Road.
Type of Work: Bridge replacement.
Other Details: Work has resumed on the bridge replacement project and Bridge # 2 will remain closed through project completion, expected for the summer of 2024.
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| Jefferson County (Various locations) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays possible as part of mobile operation.
Date/Time: Nightly – 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Type of Work: Pavement striping corrective work and pavement marker lens replacement.
Other Details: Motorists should heed signage, use caution and provide plenty of space for slowed vehicles while traveling through the work zone.
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| BULLITT COUNTY |
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| KY 61 North (North Preston Highway) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: From mile point 19.351 (at KY 1526/John Harper Highway) extending North to mile point 20.053 (at KY 2553/Old Preston Highway).
Type of Work: Asphalt resurfacing.
Other Details: The expected completion date is summer of 2024.
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| I-65 North and South |
Traffic Impacts: Changing traffic patterns, lane shifts, and closures possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: From mile point 104.7 to mile point 110.7 (Bullitt and Hardin Counties).
Type of Work: Full concrete pavement removal and asphalt pavement replacement. Other improvements to the corridor include bridge repairs, subgrade repairs, and guardrail repairs/installation.
Other Details: https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/Bullitt-County-I65-Roadway-Rehabilitation.aspx
*Rolling roadblocks and lane closures will take place from 8 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, to 5 a.m. on Monday, June 24, between mile points 104.7 and 110.7.
These measures are required for contract crews to move traffic control devices and shift traffic to the newly constructed southbound lanes. Following the traffic shift, the existing configuration of 2 lanes in each direction will be maintained until the project's completion this fall.
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| KY 480 (Cedar Grove Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Changing traffic patterns, lane shifts, and closures possible as construction progresses.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: On KY 480 (between I-65) from mile point 0.6 to mile point 1.4.
Type of Work: Construction of a Double Crossover Diamond interchange.
Other Details: This project is expected to be completed by the fall of 2025.
https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/I-65-at-KY-480-interchange-improvements-in-Bullitt-County.aspx
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| Bullitt County (Various locations) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays possible as a part of a mobile operation.
Date/Time: Daily – 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Type of Work: Pavement striping.
Other Details: Motorists should provide plenty of space to crews displaying "WET PAINT" signage and be observant of slowed vehicles while traveling through the work zone.
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| FRANKLIN COUNTY |
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| I-64 East & West |
Traffic Impacts: Closure of the right shoulder near both eastbound and westbound bridges.
Date/Time: Daily.
Project Limits: I-64 Bridges over the Kentucky River and KY 1659.
Type of Work: Preventative maintenance project for the I-64 Bridges over the Kentucky River in Franklin County.
Other Details: The project is expected to be completed by the fall of 2024. *Project press release.
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| U.S. 421 (Bald Knob Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily.
Project Limits: North of Clifty Drive at mile point 5.315 to Dry Ridge Road at mile point 11.132.
Type of Work: Improvements to the asphalt pavement, shoulder repairs, guardrail repairs/installations, and the construction of a retaining wall at mile point 9.46 (adjacent to Stoney Creek) for slope stabilization.
Other Details: Alternating one-way traffic will be maintained through project completion, and motorists will be directed through the work zone via temporary signals. *A 9-foot-wide lane will be maintained for traffic through project completion, which is scheduled for the fall of 2024.*
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| HENRY COUNTY |
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| I-71 North & South |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts and delays possible.
Date/Time: Nightly – 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Project Limits: I-71 North and South between mile point 28.17 (at the bridge over Little Kentucky River) and mile point 37.18 (near the bridge over KY 55).
Type of Work: Milling and removal of the existing asphalt surface followed by resurfacing with new asphalt pavement. Additional improvements include guardrail repairs and repairs to the roadbed under the highway at some locations.
Other Details: This project is expected to be completed by the fall of 2024.
*Project press release.
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| KY 55 (Eminence Pike) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: KY 55 (Eminence Pike) at mile point 0.0 (near the Henry/Shelby County line), extending north to KY 1899 at mile point 0.737.
KY 55 at mile point 12.4, extending North to the Shelby/Henry County line at mile point 20.251.
Type of Work: Rumble strip installation and striping following asphalt resurfacing.
Other Details: Motorists will be directed through the work zone via flagging operations. The expected completion date is the fall of 2024.
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| KY 146 (La Grange Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures. Motorists may be directed through the work zone via flagging operations as construction progresses.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: From mile point 2.82 to mile point 2.92 (at Little Kentucky River Bridge).
Type of Work: To allow the crew to begin work on structures on the other side of the bridge.
Other Details: Motorists may be directed through the work zone via flagging operations as construction progresses. This project is expected to be completed in the fall of 2024.
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| KY 1360 (Franklinton Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily.
Project Limits: KY 1360 (Franklinton Road) from Bullitt Hill Road at mile point 3.871, extending North to KY 202 at mile point 6.960.
Type of Work: Asphalt Resurfacing.
Other Details: Motorists will be directed through the work zone via flagging operations. The expected completion date is set for the summer of 2024.
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| OLDHAM COUNTY |
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| I-71 North and South |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project limits: Between mile point 19.5 and mile point 21.5.
Type of Work: Construction of new interchange ramps at KY 2857 (La Grange Parkway) between KY 53 and KY 393.
Other Details: Motorists should heed any restrictions, cautiously proceed through the work zone, or seek an alternate route. The expected completion date for the interchange project is the fall of 2024.
Project details: https://transportation.ky.gov/DistrictFive/Pages/New-I-71-Interchange-in-Oldham-County.aspx
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| I-71 North and South |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts, and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: Between mile marker 18 (near KY 393) and mile marker 22 (near South First Avenue).
Type of Work: The I-71 rehabilitation project includes the milling and removal of the existing asphalt pavement with the replacement of new asphalt pavement. Other improvements to the corridor include bridge repairs, subgrade repairs, and guardrail repairs/installations.
Other Details: Motorists should heed restrictions, proceed cautiously through the work zone, or seek an alternate route. The project is expected to be completed by the fall of 2024. More details here.
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| KY 329 |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts, and traffic stops possible as construction progresses.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: KY 329 and KY 329 bypass (Veterans Memorial Parkway) intersection, just south of Interstate 71.
Type of Work: Major realigning and widening of the roadway.
Other Details: The project is expected to be completed in the spring of 2025.
*Daily blasting operations will occur on weekdays around noon, as crews prepare the roadway for the widening and realignment project. Motorists should anticipate temporary traffic stops in both directions lasting up to 30 minutes during the blasting and should proceed with caution through the work zone or seek an alternate route.
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| KY 329B |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: KY 329B from mile point 0.150, extending east to KY 22 at mile point 2.062.
Type of Work: Asphalt resurfacing.
Other Details: Motorists will be directed through the work zone via flagging operations. The expected completion date is the fall of 2024.
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| KY 3084 (Old Henry Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Roadway closure.
Project Limits: From KY 3084 (mile point 0) to KY 362/Ash Avenue (mile point .32).
Type of Work: Construction of a 3-lane roadway.
Other Details: This project includes grading work, drainage, and asphalt surface with the bridge. The project is expected to be completed in the winter of 2024/2025.
*Continuation of KY 3084 project listed under Jefferson County.
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Oldham County (Various Locations)
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Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays are possible as a part of a mobile operation.
Date/Time: Daily – 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Type of Work: Pavement striping.
Other Details: Motorists should provide plenty of space to crews displaying "WET PAINT" signage and be observant of slowed vehicles while traveling through the work zone.
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| SHELBY COUNTY |
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| KY 43 (Proper Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Nightly road closure.
Date/Time: Monday, June 24, and Tuesday, June 25, from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Project Limits: From KY 55X/KY 43 intersection to KY 1005 intersection.
Type of Work: Repairs to base failure at box culvert.
Other Details:
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| KY 55 (Eminence Pike) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures, traffic shifts and delays possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: KY 55 (Eminence Pike) at mile point 0.0 (near the Henry/Shelby County line), extending north to KY 1899 at mile point 0.737.
KY 55 at mile point 12.4, extending north to the Shelby/Henry County line at mile point 20.251.
Type of Work: Asphalt resurfacing.
Other Details: Motorists will be directed through the work zone via flagging operations. The expected completion date is the fall of 2024.
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| I-64 East & West |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and traffic shifts possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: Between mile point 19.44 and mile point 27.88, extending to Jefferson County.
Type of Work: Roadway rehabilitation project.
Other Details: Motorists should use caution while traveling through the work zone.
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| Shelby County (Various locations) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays are possible as a part of a mobile operation.
Date/Time: Daily – 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Type of Work: Pavement striping.
Other Details: Motorists should provide plenty of space to crews displaying "WET PAINT" signage and be observant of slowed vehicles while traveling through the work zone.
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| SPENCER COUNTY |
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| KY 1795 (Mill Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Road closure.
Date/Time: Weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Project Limits: From mile marker 0 to mile marker 4.
Type of Work: Crews will be patching asphalt where cross drains were recently replaced.
Other Details: Motorists heed signage and seek an alternate route.
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| TRIMBLE COUNTY |
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| U.S. 421 |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and traffic shifts possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: From mile point 7.6 to mile point 7.9.
Type of Work: Widening of the roadway and the construction of a left turn lane into Trimble County Jr. Sr. High School.
Other Details: Construction is set to be completed by the summer of 2024.
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| Milton-Madison Bridge (U.S. 421) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and traffic shifts possible.
Date/Time: Daily/nightly.
Project Limits: U.S. 421 over the Ohio River between Milton, KY, and Madison, IN.
Type of Work: Preventative maintenance project.
Other Details: *Project press release.
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