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Subscribe$16.9 Million T.I.G.E.R Grant Announced for Dixie Highway Master Plan Redevelopment Project
Congressman John Yarmuth, along with Mayor Greg Fischer and Governor Steve Beshear, have announced that Louisville will be the recipient of a $16.9 million U.S. Department of Transportation T.I.G.E.R. grant to support the redevelopment of the Dixie Highway corridor.
The T.I.G.E.R., Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery, program was developed by Congress in 2009 to generate economic development and improve access to reliable, safe, and affordable transportation for disconnected communities both urban and rural, while emphasizing improved connection to employment, education, services and other opportunities, workforce development, or community revitalization.
The Dixie Highway Master Plan was commissioned by members of the Metro Council to study the need for improvements along the corridor to help spur economic development and improve safety.
The estimated $35 million project, which currently runs from Oak Street to the Gene Snyder interchange, has already received over $15 million in funding from the state budget to proceed with design and construction.
Following the joint announcement, several members who have played critical roles in the progress of this project issued the following statements:
“I have worked tirelessly over the past several years to further the #DixieDoOver because I believe it will be transformative for the Dixie Corridor and Southwest Louisville. So many levels of government and civic organizations have supported this project and worked to build its momentum and I am thrilled to hear that the DH Project has been awarded this additional funding.” Rick Blackwell, District 12
“I am grateful that our efforts: from my colleagues on the Metro Council, Mayor Greg Fischer, the Louisville Forward Team, my colleagues in Frankfort and Congressman John Yarmuth have been heard loud and clear by the U.S. Department of Transportation about the importance of the Dixie Highway Redevelopment Plan to our city. This massive TIGER Grant will provide the essential funding needed to ensure the transformation of the largest economic corridor in our city. This investment will provide the safety improvements and economic development our Southwest community has longed deserved.” David Yates, District 25
“The announcement today is a fantastic step in the right direction for improving the Dixie Highway corridor by making it safer and more business friendly. I am pleased that the U.S. Department of Transportation sees this project as a worthwhile investment that will pay off for the people of Southwest Louisville. ” Cindi Fowler, District 14
“I am pleased to hear that this federal funding has been designated to continue with the long overdue work necessary for bringing Dixie Highway into the 21st Century. Motorists, pedestrians and others who use this important highway know it is time to make changes for safety and better mobility for the people in this vital area of Metro Louisville.” Mary Woolridge, District 3
“Dixie Highway is a vital transportation corridor that must move forward with improving transportation flow if we are to not only enhance economic development but keep the public safe. I appreciate the ream work on the local state and federal level to start making this project one that we will one day say is completed and innovative.” David James, District 6
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is ready to move forward with the next phase of asphalt pavement replacement on US 31W/Dixie Highway and Councilwoman Cindi Fowler (D-14) advises drivers to be aware of lane configuration changes as the project moves north.
“This weekend the repaving crews will be moving the work zone north of Bethany Lane to Valley Station Road, so there will be some adjustments for drivers,” says Fowler.
The crews are wrapping up work on Dixie Highway between Stonegate Manor Drive and Bethany Lane which began in mid- August.
According to KYTC, the new lane shifts will begin after 9:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2nd and the new traffic pattern will be in place by 10:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. This phase of construction is scheduled for completion by mid-November.
Councilwoman Fowler was instrumental in working with State lawmakers to get this $14.5 million contract for pavement replacement on US 31W underway.
“Everyone should understand this is long overdue and drivers need to be patient,” says Fowler. “So far the community has responded well to the changes caused by the repaving work with no major issues, and my hope is that continues as we move the project forward.”
According to KYTC the Project is divided into four phases:
- Stonegate Manor Drive to Bethany Lane (mile points 6.6 to 7.7)
- Bethany Lane to Valley Station Road (mile points 7.7 to 8.6)
- Valley Station Road to West Pages Lane (mile points 8.6 to 10.5)
- West Pages Lane to Greenwood Road (mile points 10.5 to 11.7)
Contract crews are removing the existing asphalt, installing the intermediate layer and repaving the roadway in each section before moving to the next one.
There may be adjustments may depending on weather or any other unforeseen delays. Dial 511 or log on to 511.ky.gov for the latest in traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Motorists can also get traffic information for the District 5 counties at www.facebook.com/KYTCDistrict5 and www.twitter.com/KYTCDistrict5
The Dixie Area Business Association’s (DABA) Discover Dixie Expo will be held Tuesday, September 15.
The annual B2B event, held in the gymnasium of the Ormsby Heights Baptist Church at 2120 Lower Hunters Trace, will showcase area businesses and allow other business owners, employees, entrepreneurs to see what the Dixie Highway corridor has to offer.
Over 60 exhibitors are expected from various fields including education, financial services, healthcare and fitness, home improvement, computers and technology, advertising & marketing, and others. The event also features business seminars, a silent auction, prizes, networking and more.
Admission is free with a business card. For the full schedule and more information, visit the Discover Dixie Expo Facebook page or official website.
