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The Metro Council met Thursday for its first of two meetings of June. The meeting addressed a number of zoning cases, grants to non-profit groups as well as appointments. The two items of most interest were resolutions. The first resolution was authored by Councilman Jonathan Joseph (12), Councilwoman Marilyn Parker (18) as well Councilmember Josie Raymond (10) and Councilman Andrew Owen (9), and was focused on the creation of a commission to celebrate America250. The other resolution that was debated was Sponsored by Councilwoman Parrish-Wright (3) and Councilman Lyninger (3) with a focus on LMPD.
Meeting /Highlights
Resolution Related to Louisville Metro Police (R-029-25): This resolution passed 13-12 following about an hour of debate. This final version of the resolution, while improved, remained focused on highlighting negative aspects of our police, rather than focusing on the many positive actions that are underway and/or already in place. I voted against this resolution because it only served to divide the community, rehashing known issues, and undermined the many good safety officials currently working within our city.
America250KY Resolution (R-057-25): The Metro Council unanimously adopted a resolution establishing the America250KY Commission. This group will be comprised of citizens from various groups and organizations throughout the community with the goal of helping to create events and opportunities for residents to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our independence.
Zoning Cases Approved: The Metro Council voted to approve zoning cases located on Old Bardstown Road, Race Road, Garland Avenue and Manslick Road.
Our next regular committee week will be on Thursday, June 26th. During the next meeting the Metro Council will vote on the final versions of the FY26 Capital and Operating Budgets. We also expect to have votes on new members for the Citizens Review Advisory Board, Metro Ethics Commission and appointments to various suburban fire department boards.
Quick FY26 Budget Update
This week the Metro Council concluded our budget hearing process. Over the course of the next two weeks, budget committee members will meet and work on a detailed amendment to adjust the mayor’s budget proposal. My priorities have been to improve Metro Louisville’s investment in infrastructure, parks, and to support safer streets.
Stay tuned as I will share the details from the final version of the budget as well as a summary of projects coming to our community.
-Scott
Pop-Up Drop-Offs are free, convenient recycling and large item disposal events held monthly from March through November across Jefferson County. These events are open to all Louisville Metro residents and rotate locations to maximize accessibility.
The most popular site continues to be the University of Louisville’s Shelby Campus—and the May 31 event proved no exception. A total of 828 vehicles came through to shred sensitive documents, recycle electronics, dispose of bulky items and more.
At each event, participants report their ZIP code and the types of items they’re dropping off. Materials are weighed by category to calculate the landfill diversion rate—the percentage of waste kept out of landfills. Since the program began in 2020, that rate has steadily increased. In 2024, 54% of all collected materials were diverted. Impressively, the May 31 event at Shelby Campus achieved a 69% diversion rate!
The top three categories at every event are consistently:
- Large items
- Electronics
- Document shredding
While the order varies, these remain the most common materials brought in. After each event, a participation map is created to show turnout by ZIP code. Most attendees visit the location nearest to them, but nearly every neighborhood in the county is represented.
📍 Next Event: Join us this Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 14, at Doss High School, 7601 St. Andrews Church Rd., for the next Pop-Up Drop-Off event.
🗓️ View the full schedule, find out what you can and can’t bring, and get tips for a smooth experience at: Louisvilleky.gov/PopUps
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 Spend a half day with your teen at the free Ford Driving Skills for Life safe mobility program for newly licensed or permitted drivers.
Ford Driving Skills for Life provides skills beyond those taught in traditional drivers education courses and is an important step in keeping everyone on the roads safer. The event pairs teen drivers with professional instructors, focusing on important driving skills, including:
- Hazard Recognition
- Vehicle Handling
- Speed and Space Management
- Reaction Time
- Avoiding the Dangers of Distracted and Impaired Driving
- Safety in Mobility
The free training program is conducted on a closed course. Vehicles used during the training are provided.
Registration is limited. Morning and afternoon sessions available (choose only one) on Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22.
Lock up!
- Never leave your unattended vehicle with its windows down or doors unlocked.
- Make sure to always lock up your house, garage, and shed if you have one.
- Bring valuables inside.
Avoid heat related injuries or death.
- Never leave kids, pets, or anyone in your care inside your unattended vehicle.
- If your kids or pets are playing outside on a hot day, be sure they drink plenty of water and find shade when they need it.
Practice safe bike riding.
- Check your bike to make sure the tires are inflated and the brakes are working.
- Put reflectors on the front and back of your bike.
- Always wear a helmet and pads for protection.
- If you ride on the street, keep to the right and follow all traffic signs.
- Be on the lookout for traffic, yield to vehicles, and signal when turning.
- Use the crosswalks and yield to pedestrians. If you have to cross at an intersection, look both ways and walk your bike to the other side.
- Stay alert and watch out for hazards.
Drive safely.
- Always designate a sober driver. This applies to driving your car, motorcycle, boat, or anything on the road.
- Buckle up.
- Avoid distractions while driving. Put your phone down.
- Always look for pedestrians, motorcyclists, and bicyclists.
Be prepared before you leave on vacation.
- If you are going out of town, ask a family member or trusted neighbor to keep an eye on your house and retrieve any mail or packages that arrive.
- Make sure your home is locked up and secure.
- Set a light on a timer inside of your home to create the appearance of activity inside.
- Consider installing exterior motion sensor lighting. This can help deter crime.
- Keep your valuables out of plain sight, and place them in a safe if possible.
- Do not post your vacation plans on social media.
 
New items or changes in project status are shown in bold
Inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances may arise, and as such, the information provided below is for advisory purposes only and subject to change without prior notice.
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U.S. 31E (Main Street)
*Main Remade – East Phase |
Traffic Impacts: Sidewalk and lane closures are possible.
Date/Time: Daily.
Project Limits: U.S. 31E (Main Street) between Wenzel Street and 2nd Street.
Type of Work: One-way to two-way conversion. In addition to the new two-way configuration, other improvements coming to the corridor include upgrades to crosswalks and intersections, a protected bike lane, dedicated left-turn lanes, and new traffic signals.
Other Details: www.MainRemade.com
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| I-64 East and West |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and traffic shifts are possible.
Date/Time: Daily and nightly.
Project Limits: I-64 East and West at mile point 11.799, near Exit 10 (Cannons Lane) on I-64 West, and near Exit 12 to I-264 (Watterson Expressway) on I-64 East.
Type of Work: Bridge replacement project.
Other Details: **Eastbound and westbound traffic is shifted to the outer shoulders. Construction is currently taking place in the median, and two 11-foot lanes will remain open in each direction for the duration of the project.
*Press release
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| I-65 South (John F. Kennedy Memorial Bridge) |
Project Limits: I-65 South (John F. Kennedy Memorial Bridge).
Type of Work: Expansion joint replacement project.
Other Details: Full construction is scheduled to begin in mid-July, when newly fabricated expansion joints are expected to arrive. The project is expected to be completed by April 2026, and intermittent lane closures are to be anticipated throughout the duration of construction.
*June 3, 2025 press release
*March 31, 2025 press release
*February 27, 2025 press release
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| KY 841 (Gene Snyder Freeway) |
Traffic Impacts: Single lane closures are possible.
Date/Time: Beginning Monday, June 16, through Saturday, June 21.
Daily – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Nightly – 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Project Limits: KY 841 North and South (Gene Snyder Freeway), between mile points 35.0 and 37.7, near and through the East End Tunnel.
Type of Work: Routine maintenance of the roadway and East End Tunnel. |
| KY 864 (Logan Street/Shelby Street) |
Traffic Impacts: Sidewalk and lane closures are possible.
Date/Time: Daily and nightly.
Project Limits: Between Goss Avenue and East Gray Street.
Type of Work: One-way to two-way conversion of the roadway.
Other Details: Work is underway ahead of asphalt resurfacing and the two-way conversion of the roadway.
*Work was temporarily paused on this project as KYTC engineers coordinated with contractors and utility providers to reduce utility conflicts along the corridor. Major work is expected to resume this Spring, with full completion expected by the Spring of 2026. |
| KY 1819 (Billtown Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays are 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
- 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).
Other Details: The reconstruction project is expected to be completed by the Summer of 2025.
*Project webpage
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| Clark Station Road |
Traffic Impacts: Road/bridge closure.
Project Limits: Clark Station Road Bridge over Long Run Creek.
Type of Work: Bridge replacement project.
Other Details: Construction will require the full closure of the existing bridge through August 1, 2025. |
| I-64 and I-264 *Various Exit Ramps |
Traffic Impacts: Ramp narrowing with intermittent lane and shoulder closures.
Project Limits: Various interchange Exit ramps on I-64 and I-264.
Type of Work: Installation and upgrade of wrong-way pavement markings and signs.
Other Details: The Highway Safety Improvement Project will install and enhance wrong-way signs and pavement markings on interstate Exit ramps to discourage wrong-way driving. Motorists should reduce speeds and obey traffic control while workers are present. This project is expected to be completed by the Fall of 2025. |
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| Bullitt County |
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| I-65/KY 480 (Cedar Grove Road) |
Traffic Impacts: Changing traffic patterns, lane shifts, and lane closures are possible as construction progresses.
Date/Time: Daily and nightly.
Project Limits: KY 480 (Cedar Grove Road) between I-65 between mile points 0.6 and 1.4.
Type of Work: Reconstruction of the KY 480/I-65 interchange, including the construction of a double crossover diamond.
Other Details: The interchange reconstruction project is expected to be completed by the Fall of 2025.
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| I-65 *Various Exit Ramps |
Traffic Impacts: Intermittent lane and ramp closures.
Date/Time: Nightly – 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. | Daily – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Project Limits: Various interchange Exit ramps on I-65.
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 various 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 the fall of 2025. |
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| I-64/U.S. 127 Interchange |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and traffic shifts are possible.
Date/Time: Daily/Nightly.
Project Limits: The I-64/U.S. 127 interchange.
Type of Work: The realigning of the I-64 West off-ramp to U.S. 127 North and the I-64 West on-ramp from U.S. 127. Other improvements include the installation of a new signalized intersection on U.S. 127 to provide access to development entrances, which will be activated following project completion. Additionally, the intersection of Westridge Drive and Leonardwood Drive will be reconstructed to accommodate dual left turns onto Westridge Drive from U.S. 127.
Other Details: Traffic is now in its final configuration. The interchange reconstruction project is expected to be completed by the Summer of 2025.
*Press release
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| KY 1665 (Bridgeport-Benson Road) |
*Construction to replace the KY 1665 (Bridgeport-Benson Road) bridge over South Benson Creek at mile point 3.93 in Franklin County has been postponed.
Details regarding the upcoming 60-day closure and revised construction timeline will be shared as they become available.*
Project Limits: KY 1665 (Bridgeport-Benson Road) bridge over South Benson Creek at mile point 3.93.
Type of Work: Bridge replacement. |
| I-64 *Various Exit Ramps |
Traffic Impacts: Intermittent lane and ramp closures.
Date/Time: Nightly – 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. | Daily – 9 a.m. to 3 p.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 various 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 the fall of 2025. |
| *Various Locations |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays are possible as 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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| I-71 *Various Exit Ramps |
Traffic Impacts: Intermittent lane and ramp closures.
Date/Time: Nightly – 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. | Daily – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Project Limits: Various interchange Exit ramps on I-71.
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 various 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 the fall of 2025. |
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| Spencer County |
*Routine maintenance* |
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| Shelby County |
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| I-64 Widening and Improvement Project |
*Traffic impacts here.
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| Henry County |
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| *Various Locations |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays are possible as 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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| Trimble County |
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| U.S. 421 |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closure.
Date/Time: Through Friday, June 20.
Project Limits: U.S. 421 from mile point 0.0 (at the Trimble/Henry County line) to mile point 6.704 (at the U.S. 42/U.S. 421 intersection).
Type of Work: Roadway slide repairs.
Other Details: Motorists are being directed through the work zone via a temporary signal. Drivers should heed the temporary signal and use caution when traveling through the work zone. |
| *Various Locations |
Traffic Impacts: Lane closures and delays are possible as 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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| 2025 Resurfacing Projects |
*Resurfacing projects will begin on or after April 1, 2025, and will be completed by the Fall of 2025. Motorists should heed signage and use caution when traveling through the work zone.* |
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| Jefferson County |
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| KY 2830 (Arthur Street) |
Project Limits:
KY 2830 (Arthur Street) east of Brandies Avenue/KY 61 extending north to University Boulevard.
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| U.S. 31E (Bardstown Road) |
Project Limits:
U.S. 31E (Bardstown Road) at the Bullitt/Jefferson County line, extending south of Colonel Hancock Drive.
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KY 1631 (Crittenden Drive)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 1631 (Crittenden Drive) at the beginning of state maintenance near the I-264 interchange, extending north to U.S. 60A (Eastern Parkway).
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| KY 1531 (Johnson Road) |
Project Limits:
KY 1531 (Johnson Road) from the railroad crossing extending north to Aiken Road.
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KY 61 (Arthur Street)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 61 (Arthur Street) beginning east of Brandies Avenue extending north to I-65 ramp/East Gaulbert Avenue.
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| KY 155 (Taylorsville Road) |
Project Limits:
KY 155 (Taylorsville Road) beginning at KY 1747 (Hurstbourne Lane) extending north to KY 1932 (Breckenridge Lane).
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KY 329 (Covered Bridge Road)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 329 (Covered Bridge Road) beginning at U.S. 42 extending east to the Jefferson/Oldham County line.
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| Bullitt County |
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| KY 1531 (Dawson Hill Road) |
Project Limits:
KY 1531 (Dawson Hill Road) from KY 1319 extending north to the Bullitt/Jefferson County line.
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| KY 2672 (Knob Creek Road) |
Project Limits:
KY 2672 (Knob Creek Road) from KY 1526 (Brooks Hill Road) extending north towards Lake Elmo Road.
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| KY 2674 (Stringer Lane) |
Project Limits:
KY 2674 (Stringer Lane) from U.S. 31E extending north to KY 44.
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| Franklin County |
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| KY 12 (Dry Ridge Road/Flat Creek Road) |
Project Limits:
KY 12 (Dry Ridge Road/Flat Creek Road) from the Shelby/Franklin County line extending east to Harvieland Road.
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| KY 1570 (St Johns Road) |
Project Limits:
KY 1570 (St Johns Road) from the bridge at mile point 4.2, extending north to KY 12.
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| U.S. 127 (Wilkinson Boulevard) |
Project Limits:
U.S. 127 (Wilkinson Boulevard) near Hall Street extending north to the south end of the U.S. 127/KY 2261 bridge.
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| Oldham County |
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| KY 362 (Central Avenue) |
Project Limits:
KY 362 (Central Avenue) from Rosswoods Drive extending south towards KY 146.
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KY 329 (Covered Bridge Road)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 329 (Covered Bridge Road) from KY 329B extending east to mile point 8.754.
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| KY 1694 (Gum Street) |
Project Limits:
KY 1694 (Gum Street) from KY 329 extending north towards Mason Lane.
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| U.S. 42 |
Project Limits:
U.S. 42 east of KY 1694 (Gum Street) extending east to the Oldham/Henry County line.
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| Shelby County |
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| KY 362 (Aiken Road) |
Project Limits:
KY 362 (Aiken Road) from the Oldham/Shelby County line extending east near Webb Road.
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| U.S. 60 (Frankfort Road) |
Project Limits:
U.S. 60 (Frankfort Road) beginning at KY 395 extending east to the Shelby/Franklin County line.
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| KY 1408 (Loydsburg Road) |
Project Limits:
KY 1408 (Loydsburg Road) from KY 362 extending west to the Shelby/Oldham County line.
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KY 322 (Lucas Road)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 322 (Lucas Road) from KY 53 extending north to the Shelby/Henry County line.
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| KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road) |
Project Limits:
KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road) beginning at KY 714/KY 44 extending north to KY 1790 (Hooper Station Road).
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| Spencer County |
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KY 1633 (Elk Creek Road)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 1633 (Elk Creek Road) from KY 1135 (Industrial Road) extending north to KY 55.
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KY 1795 (Mill Road)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 1795 (Mill Road) from Paradise Pointe Road extending east to KY 636.
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KY 55 (Shelbyville Road)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 55 (Shelbyville Road) beginning at KY 155 extending north to the Spencer/Shelby County line.
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| Henry County |
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| U.S. 421 (Campbellsburg Road) |
Project Limits:
U.S. 421 (Campbellsburg Road) at the I-71 overpass extending to the Henry/Trimble County line.
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KY 1360 (Franklinton Road)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 1360 (Franklinton Road) from KY 22 extending north to Bullitt Hill Road.
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| KY 241 (Pleasureville Road) |
Project Limits:
KY 241 (Pleasureville Road) beginning at the Shelby/Henry County line extending north to U.S. 421.
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KY 1861 (Smithfield Road)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 1861 (Smithfield Road) from KY 22 extending to KY 322.
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| Trimble County |
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KY 1256 (Fisher Ridge Road)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 1256 (Fisher Ridge Road) from Detmer Lane extending east to KY 625.
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KY 3175 (Sulphur-Bedford Road)
*Completed*
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Project Limits:
KY 3175 (Sulphur-Bedford Road) from Hoskins Lane extending north to U.S. 42.
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You can also reach out directly by phone at 502.574.1116 or by email at scott.reed@louisvilleky.gov.
601 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
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