Approximately $18.6 million to improve non-motorized transportation for pedestrians and riders was awarded recently by the governor's office.
More than 80% of the funding went toward 12 new projects to improve or install sidewalks, two shared-use paths and one trail. Approximately $3 million was allocated for funding increases for 10 city projects.
Johnson County was awarded more than $4.7 million for the for the KY 321 Shared-use Path.
Johnson County Judge/Executive Mark McKenzie joined the Team Kentucky update to express his excitement for the project.
“Thank you, Gov. Beshear, for supporting us and showing what can happen in our communities,” said Judge McKenzie. “Our goal every day is to strive to improve the quality of life for our residents. And this project represents a tremendous step forward in our community’s infrastructure, connectivity and safety.”
A full list of the projects is available here.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet administers the federally funded Transportation Alternatives Program. The program supports non-motorized forms of transportation to improve connectivity, accessibility, safety and equity in communities.