Road Improvement Updates

 

Westport Road

The section of Westport Road between Thierman Lane and the interchange is scheduled to be completed by the start of school, according to Kentucky Department of Transportation. This is the final section to be completed.

 

Brownsboro Road

The Brownsboro Road project was delayed in order to work out some utility relocation issues.  These concerns have been resolved and we are anticipating a bid letting in the next few weeks with construction starting in September. The project should take 45-60 days to complete.

 

Hubbards Lane

The design of the sidewalk along Hubbards Lane between Hill Top Road and Coach Gate Wynde is being finalized with construction expected this fall.

 

Temporary Closure of Wood Road

Beginning August 9, the Department of Highways will temporarily close Wood Road at the bridge over the Middle Fork of Beargrass Creek for bridge replacement.  Motorists should follow the signed detour via Lyndon Lane. Work is scheduled for completion in early October 2010.

 

American Contracting & Services Inc. was awarded the contract for this project in the amount of $323,873. 

 

The duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. 

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St. MAM School Supply  Drive

St. Matthews Area Ministries has started collecting school supplies.  Supplies will be collected through the month of July and will be distributed the week of August 2 to families in need.  Donations can be taken to the St. MAM office at Beechwood Baptist Church located at 201 Biltmore Road.  Supplies in greatest demand include the following:

 

Pens

Pencils

Erasers

Rulers

Yellow Highlighters

Pocket Folders

Spiral Notebooks

Wide or College Ruled Loose Leaf Paper

Elmer’s Liquid Glue

Glue Sticks,

Fiskars Brand Scissors (blunt tip)

Small Pencil Sharpeners

Markers - Classic colors

Crayons

Colored Pencils

Composition Notebooks

3-Subject Wide or College Ruled Notebooks

Steno Pads

Backpacks

Lunch Boxes

Hand Sanitizer

Tissues

Paper Towels

SeniorCare Experts Sidewalk Sale

SeniorCare Experts (SCE) will host a sidewalk sale on Saturday, July 31 from 8 a.m. – noon at its headquarters at 145 Thierman Lane.  Booth space is available for a $20 donation.  For more information or to reserve your space, call 896-2316.

Beat the Heat!

Please take extra care to stay cool and protect your health.  Heat index levels are expected to climb into the unhealthy range over the next several days and through July and August.  The combination of high heat and humidity can be very dangerous, especially for the elderly, infants and those taking medications for chronic health conditions. 

The Department of Health and Wellness offers the following tips:

 

• Avoid long periods out in the heat. Take frequent breaks.

• Check on elderly friends and neighbors.

• Drink lots of water and natural juices.

• Avoid alcoholic beverages or beverages with caffeine, such as coffee and soda.

• Keep lights turned off.

• Take a cool bath or shower periodically.

• Wear loose, light cotton clothing outdoors.

• Avoid heavy meals.

• Avoid using your oven.

• Reduce physical activity.

• If you feel you need emergency medical attention due to heat, call 911 immediately.

 

Visit www.louisvilleky.gov/Health for more information.

 

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Brownsboro Road Corridor Study

 

In 2007, a safety study of the Brownsboro Road corridor was conducted with input from area leaders and residents, the Highway Department, and Metro Public Works.  This study was conducted to address concerns of speeding, line of sight, congestion, signal timing and general traffic safety.   Since that time, several improvements have been made to the corridor, including reducing the speed limit from 45 mph to 35 mph and implementing split phase timing for the traffic signal on Chenoweth Lane. This project's emphasis has always been on the safety for all 20,000 motorists who are driving on this part of Brownsboro Road on a daily basis.

 

Over the past two years, I have secured additional funding and worked with these groups to complete the design on three priority projects: the addition of turn lanes on north/south bound Chenoweth Lane at Brownsboro Road, the addition of turn lanes on west/east bound Brownsboro Road at Country Lane, and the modification of the Brownsboro Road/Old Brownsboro Road intersection to a right in/right out only intersection.

The Department of Highways will be installing turn lanes on both east and west bound Brownsboro Road at its intersection with Country Lane. This intersection will also be upgraded with mast arm traffic signal poles, brick stamped pedestrian crossings, pedestrian crossing signals, enhanced lighting, removal of unsightly utility poles, and new landscaping.   Two design options are currently being considered.  A decision will be made on which design option will be chosen once it can be determined if a sidewalk with enhanced landscaping can be accommodated in front of Chenoweth Plaza.  If a sidewalk cannot be constructed, new landscaping will be planted.  Option A includes a grass area, a sidewalk and a landscaping area in front of Chenoweth Plaza.  Option C includes  a grass area with a few landscaping beds at the foot of several parking spots.  Option B did not include new landscaping, so it is no longer being considered.

Louisville Metro Public works will will be installing turning lanes on both north and south bound Chenoweth Lane. To match the new Country Lane intersection, mast arm traffic signal poles and brick stamped pedestrian crossings will also be added.

Public Works will also modify the intersection of Brownsboro Road/Old Brownsboro Road to have right in/right out only access. A grass median will be installed and maintained by the City of Indian Hills. The changes to this intersection will be the last to be constructed as it is necessary to complete the Chenoweth Lane first to avoid any traffic issues. Appropriate signs will be located throughout the intersection as well as across the street on Chippewa to indicate that no straight through traffic will be allowed.  

To view the Brownsboro Road Corridor Study, which made recommendations for the improvements at Country Lane, Chenoweth Lane,  and Old Brownsboro, click here