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PA CMT Description:
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Access Management - will be addressed by adding raised medians and a traffic signal and turn lanes at 159th and Brougham.
Active Transportation - will be addressed by adding bike lanes, sidewalks and sidepaths. Increase non-motorized mode share and reduce incidents.
Highway Strategies - geometric design improvements to provide additional turn lanes at intersections to improve overall efficiency and operation. Increase mobility. Reduce congestion by improving bottlenecks. Increase traffic flow and improve safety. Decrease incidents due to fewer conflict points.
Transportation Operation and Management - communications networks will be expanded by installing fiber optic cable the length of this project and making connections to traffic signals at 159th & Black Bob, 159th & Brougham, and 151st & Black Bob. Increase capability for regional-level coordination of operations and traveler information.
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PA SOV Capacity:
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The City of Olathe Transportation Master Plan identified this project as low priority to be completed by 2025.
Travel demand will continue to increase in this area due to already approved and future development. 1,384 new DU are approved (some under construction) and an additional 727 DU planned. 90,300 sq ft of commercial development is approved with an additional 310,000 sq ft identified for potential commercial development. There is also around 300 acres available for future residential development. The City of Olathe Transportation Master plan shows that with no improvements to the area, by 2025 this area is projected to be "near congested".
With Heritage Park located in the southeast corner of 159th & Black Bob, there is a regional draw for the golf course, dog park, soccer fields and other amenities. The park draws visitors from area outside of walking distance. With a 2-lane section on 159th, there is not enough width to add a designate carpool lane, so SOV capacity is needed.
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PA Pre-application Statement:
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No changes made
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General Information
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G1. TIP Number: |
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G2. State: |
Kansas
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G3. Multiple agencies / jurisdictions?
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No
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G4 Project contact: |
Therese Vink, PE
Sr. Project Manager
City of Olathe
913-971-9032
tmersmann@olatheks.org
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G5 Purpose and need:
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The project is needed to address capacity and safety concerns in the area. There is currently a section of unimproved narrow roadway on 159th Street between Brougham and Black Bob. Black Bob Road north of 153rd Terrace has already been improved to a 4-lane divided arterial and the intersection at 159th & Black Bob is being expanded and signalized in 2021. This project will complete the improvements in this area. The project serves a growing population and potential employment. 1,384 new DU are approved (some under construction) and an additional 727 DU planned. 90,300 sq ft of commercial development is approved with an additional 310,000 sq ft identified for potential commercial development. There is also around 300 acres available for future residential development. The City of Olathe Transportation Master plan shows that with no improvements to the area, by 2025 this area is projected to be "near congested".
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G6. Origin and ending
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Route:
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Length (Miles):
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159th Street / Black Bob Road
Brougham / 153rd Terrace
Black Bob / 159th Street
1.00000
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G7 Functional Classification:
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Major Collector
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G8 Connected KC 2050 Decade?
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2040
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G9 Muli-Agency Plan?
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Yes
This project includes aspects of the Regional Bike Plan. It constructs a link of the planned route.
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G10 Included in a CIP?
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Yes
This project is included in the approved City of Olathe 2021-2025 Adopted Capital Improvement Plan.
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G11 Planning stage:
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Conceptual Plan
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G12 Reviewed by state DOT?
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No
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G13 Right-of-Way acquisition: |
Not started
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G14 ROW by local public agency process manual?
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Yes
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G15 Other unique local goals and objectives?
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No
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G16 Transportation Disadvantaged Population:
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This project will include bike and pedestrian facilities that currently do not exist in the area. With neighborhoods, churches, schools, parks, etc in the area, it will provide additional methods for transportation disadvantaged populations to take advantage of the areas opportunities.
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G17 Relevant Public Engagement:
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There is an opportunity for public comment on the CIP during the approvals process. This project has not yet begun and so project specific public involvement has not yet started. However, there will be opportunities for public involvement (via public meetings) during preliminary and final design and the land acquisition phase.
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G18 Planned Public Engagement:
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Public meetings will be held (in areas in close proximity to the project) for public engagement and input during the preliminary and final design stages of the project. Post cards will be mailed out that include staff contact information. Transportation disadvantaged populations have the opportunity to contact staff directly and meet one-on-one if the option for them to attend the public meeting(s) does not exist.
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G19 Sustainable Places Criteria:
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G19.1 Describe PSP relationship:
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Active Transportation: The project will include bicycle lanes and sidewalk/sidepath. These facilities are not present along these corridors today.
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G20 Implements Sustainable Places Initiatives?
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No
No
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G21 Serves Regional Activity Center?
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No
High-Intensity and More_Walkable Centers
There are activity centers located north of the project at 151st and Black Bob as well as to the east of the project at 159th and Mur-Len. This project will construct not only safer methods of transportation for vehicular traffic to the activity centers, it will create more options for the transportation disadvantaged population to gain access to these centers by providing a safe method of transportation.
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G22 Environmental justice tracts?
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No
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G23 Reduces greenhouse gas emissions?
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Yes
The project will include right and left turn lanes along the corridors allowing a reduction in emissions due to a reduction in delays.
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G24 Natural Resource information:
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G25 Community Links at Watershaed Scale:
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G26 Explain local land use or comprehensive plans:
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This project supports:
City of Olathe Comprehensive Plan
City of Olathe Transportation Master Plan
City of Olathe Bicycle Network
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Project Financial Information
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STP Federal amount:
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3000000
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STP Match amount:
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13330000
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STP Year requested:
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2024
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Source of Local Match:
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The match funding will be General Obligation Bonds.
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Explain:
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Scope Change:
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This project has the potential to be split in to two phases:
1 - 159th, Brougham to Black Bob
2 - Black Bob, 153rd Terrace to 159th Street
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Cost by area: |
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Engineering:
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1500000
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Equipment Purchase:
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0
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Right-of-Way:
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750000
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Other:
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500000
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Utility Adjustment/Relocation:
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1200000
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Program Implementation/Construction (including Construction Engineering/Inspection):
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10480000
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Contingency:
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2400000
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Total Estimated Project Cost:
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16330000
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Cost Breakdown by mode:
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Highway:
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92.3 %
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Transit:
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Bike:
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4.6 %
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Pedestrian:
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3.1 %
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Other:
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Supporting Documents
Submitted (Public) comments
Cami Travis-Groves said...
These areas are highly congested and are in desperate need of improvement!
10/8/2020 1:18:50 PM
Traci Bazzelle said...
This would be a much needed improvement as traffic regularly backs up at this intersection for 10+ minutes and blocks streets at 158th and Blackbob. And at Blackfoot and 159th. 159th St. is a very narrow road between brougham and Black Bob and people drive dangerously fast for 2 lanes. This is also an area where there is children crossing for school and the sidewalks and traffic crossing signals are greatly needed to protect the children. And to provide pathways to access heritage park, schools south of 159th St., and businesses west on 159th St. Thank you for considering making this a high priority.
10/8/2020 1:23:02 PM
Nathan Jones said...
This project would greatly improve traffic in the area and would be in line with the other recent projects on 159th Street. Improving this area would reduce congestion on 151st Street. I hope this project is selected.
10/8/2020 1:29:55 PM
Brian Borjas said...
This project is an absolute must. Traffic in this area has grown substantially in the past few years. Back ups occur frequently on Blackbob and 159th. Also, there is not a way to commute safely on a bicycle or by foot along 159th to the west of Blackbob since there is no shoulder or sidewalks.
10/8/2020 1:45:40 PM
Paige said...
This project is so needed! This area has expanded quickly and with it, so has traffic. Cars back up all the time at this 4 way stop and there is no place for pedestrians to safely maneuver.
10/8/2020 1:58:16 PM
Rachel Russell said...
I think an improvement to this intersection would be great for Olathe Traffic. There is a school on the corner and there are no sidewalks and this improvement would increase the safety for everyone.
10/8/2020 2:00:37 PM
Robin Henry said...
This intersection is in desperate need of attention. During high traffic periods, (am/pm rush hour) the northbound/southbound of Blackbob is backed up for blocks. Please select this project as south Olathe is becoming more populous.
10/8/2020 2:09:29 PM
James Asher said...
I agree with all previous comments. Developing this section of roadway is desperately needed. Congestion is horrible during peak times.
10/8/2020 2:30:44 PM
Kirstin said...
Agree with above comments. Traffic volume increases every year and the back ups at the intersection are long at peak times. Bike lanes and sidewalks will be wonderful!
10/8/2020 2:45:56 PM
Cynthia Riley said...
This is my vote!
10/8/2020 3:10:45 PM
David Haas said...
Much needed. The section of 159th between Brougham and Black Bob would be terrifying to try to ride a bicycle on because of the narrow road and hill. Also a would make it safer for the crossing a Brougham.
10/8/2020 3:23:48 PM
Jason Winbolt said...
I would prefer that the City of Olathe complete this project. 159th street is getting busier, so it would be very helpful to the residents in the area.
10/8/2020 3:34:07 PM
Dan Pierson said...
This project is an absolute must. Traffic in this area has grown substantially in the past few years. Back ups occur frequently on Blackbob and 159th. Also, there is not a way to commute safely on a bicycle or by foot along 159th to the west of Blackbob since there is no shoulder or sidewalks.
10/8/2020 3:42:37 PM
Angela Renee Cooper said...
Isn’t there enough construction going on right now? Slow down, and wait!
I have anxiety issues and all this construction in areas where I have to be/go has got me as anxious already as a cat on a hot tin roof. Seriously all this construction is making me very anxious.
10/8/2020 3:43:54 PM
Sam Ventsam said...
This project is desperately needed to improve the safety of the growing population of children, pedestrians and cyclists on our neighborhood roadways. We just moved to Kansas and are shocked by the lack safe pathways and lanes alongside some of our streets.
10/8/2020 3:52:25 PM
Jill Boxberger said...
I live just south of where these improvements would be made and travel on 159th to BlackBob on a daily basis. These improvements are much needed. The stretch of 159th from Brougham to Black Bob is very narrow, with no shoulder. While the 4-way stop at the intersection is somewhat fine, defined turn lanes would improve traffic flow as well as safety. Adding a traffic light at 159th and Brougham is also much needed. The area is very congested during the morning hours and especially during school start/stop times, when there is both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. A traffic light would help control the flow of traffic and make the intersection much safer for drivers and pedestrians alike.
10/8/2020 3:55:56 PM
Ashley Craft said...
Please prioritize this project! It is almost done! Going around adds makes the drive from my house to my parents house 1/3 longer. We need this finished!
10/8/2020 3:58:20 PM
Alisha G said...
Please direct attention to this area that is in desperate need of improvement!
10/8/2020 4:07:00 PM
Heather Jenson said...
Black Bob and 159th gets backed up every morning and afternoon. There are too many vehicles going through this intersection to be a 4-way stop. On a few occasions, when it is really backed up, I have waited 15 minutes in line to get to the intersection.
10/8/2020 4:17:16 PM
Brent M Pryor said...
Much needed for traffic flow and public safety.
10/8/2020 4:28:15 PM
Cindy Cunningham said...
The intersection at 159th and Blackbob has gotten increasingly more congested over the last few years, especially with the continued growth along the Blackbob corridor. In addition, bicyclists riding to and from Heritage Park via Blackbob is dangerous for everyone because there is no shoulder. This improvement is long overdue and I appreciate your consideration.
10/8/2020 4:52:24 PM
Kurt Whitlow said...
Id like to see this and Blackbob expanded south into a wider road as well cause people on bikes is very dangerous with how narrow the road is. I live right on Blackbob and it scares me seeing people drive so fast and knowing people on bikes are on that road a lot.
10/8/2020 4:56:35 PM
Patti Rizzotto said...
The Blackbob plan sounds wonderful. We are between Broughman and Blackbob south of 159th St. Definitely need light at 159th and Brougham. As new construction continues to grow in south Johnson County, road improvements need to keep up. The intersection of Blackbob and 159th is a congested night mare. 4 way stop. No street lights! Please make this happen!
10/8/2020 5:17:19 PM
Jessica Whitlow said...
This is greatly needed. If anyone wonders why, they need to drive through the intersection of Black Bob and 159th at rush hour. Also, a bike lane is definitely needed as it is currently very dangerous, specifically down Black Bob.
10/8/2020 5:36:18 PM
Brea kasson said...
Yes this too is a must as this area is slowed down during rush hours before and after school. Looking forward to the progress.
10/8/2020 5:45:15 PM
Ben Kruetzkamp said...
So needed! So backed up and tons of new development in the area!
10/8/2020 6:04:27 PM
Paul K said...
Much needed improvements for the safety of our community!
10/8/2020 6:18:44 PM
Jeremie Tharp said...
This area is desperate for help. Living right by the corner, we cannot travel by bike or foot outside of our street since we don’t have sidewalks or paths. Because the traffic is so bad at the intersections, hordes of cars use our small street as a cut through, making it dangerous. A few years ago a drunk driver used it as a cut through and ran through the yards where kids were playing. Please help!
10/8/2020 6:32:47 PM
Roberta cleveland said...
Support this project
10/8/2020 6:42:47 PM
David Curry said...
This project is needed. Currently there is no good pedestrian access down the proposed stretch of 159th. It will also relieve congestion at these points.
10/8/2020 7:10:38 PM
Paige said...
This project is so needed! This area has expanded quickly and with it, so has traffic. Cars back up all the time at this 4 way stop and there is no place for pedestrians to safely maneuver.
10/8/2020 8:38:36 PM
Stephanie cummings said...
This project is badly needed. Both mornings and evenings are difficult at and around this intersection. Please consider improvements at BlackBob and 159th.
10/8/2020 9:32:56 PM
Jenna Rundberg said...
What a mess and back up this intersection is!!! It needs helps asap!!
10/9/2020 3:39:13 AM
Anna Fraley said...
Out of the 4 projects this one would eliminate the most problems for traffic and safety in my opinion
10/9/2020 6:12:53 AM
Jennifer Sample said...
This project is needed. The 4 way stop is dangerous and have seen accidents and almost accidents every day.
10/9/2020 6:25:51 AM
Victoria Gosselaar said...
This project is much needed! This area is heavily traveled, and needs the infrastructure to support it.
10/9/2020 6:40:48 AM
Nikki Herr said...
This area is in desperate need of expansion and updating for traffic management to assign with easing the flow and congestion from the ever growing neighborhoods and of course Heritage. PLEASE do this one next!!!! Sitting at that 4 way stop can be painful at best.
10/9/2020 7:10:46 AM
Kim B said...
I support this project. The major safety concern is the section of road between Blackbob and Brougham. No shoulder or sidewalk and I occasionally see walkers but the biggest concern are bike riders especially as you crest the hill. Very dangerous.
10/9/2020 8:58:26 AM
Bradley T said...
This project is an absolute must. Way too many close calls along 159th between Brougham and Blackbob. Way too much congestion at the intersection of 159th and Blackbob. Please get this project done asap.
10/9/2020 9:33:19 AM
Maureen Hall said...
We lived at 159th and MurLen before moving to 119th and Iowa. I would support this change over expansion of 119th. Trying to get out of south Olathe near MurLen is terrible when school is in session. One lane traffics in all directions. The stop sign at Blackbob and 159th going East, backed up 50 cars deep. With all of the expansion and the number of schools in the area, this is a project long overdue.
10/9/2020 9:49:36 AM
Allison Farrell said...
Yes! Definately needs improvement.
10/9/2020 10:14:03 AM
Darrell Hensley said...
The widening of 159th Street from Blackbob to Brougham would be a great improvement especially for our younger drivers. The road is so narrow, on three (3) occasions last winter I saw teenage drivers in the ditch just east of Brougham where the road narrows.
It is a much needed upgrade to our most important neighborhood.
10/9/2020 10:40:19 AM
Jason Fletes said...
This is a very busy stretch of road that causes large traffic backups during peak times of day. The road is narrow and cars drive fast. This needs to be a 4 lane road and the intersections of 159th and blackbob needs a traffic light or roundabout desperately.
10/9/2020 3:29:20 PM
Jerry Palomino said...
Would be a good use of money.
10/9/2020 4:58:51 PM
Regina Palomino said...
This area is very congested. With additional subdivisions being built, congestion will get worse.
10/9/2020 4:59:44 PM
Josh Peters said...
This is definitely a worthwhile project that is overdue! Thank you.
10/9/2020 8:29:28 PM
CASANDRA PETERS said...
This project is a must. The street is very narrow and there is no place to safely walk or ride a bike. The traffic at the four way stop often gets backed up. This project would greatly improve the traffic patterns and safety of this area!
10/9/2020 8:31:26 PM
Lisa Marie said...
This project is necessary now rather than in 2025. With the growth in the area and the projected commercial area, it will improve traffic flow and safety. Many times while driving this area I see bicyclers and it is treacherous for them on this stretch of road. Additionally, it would be appreciated if there were a roundabout placed at 159th and Blackbob rather than a traffic light. I do appreciate there needs to be a traffic light at 159th and Broughm for pedestrians and school access. Please consider a roundabout at 159th and Blackbob. Please consider this project now.
10/10/2020 9:00:22 AM
Tobin Sample said...
This project is a must. The congestion at 159th and Blackbob is awful. There is a school that sits on the corner with no sidewalk access. The intersection is also a dangerous 4 way stop. With new subdivisions going in down Blackbob this project is needed now.
10/10/2020 12:39:28 PM
Brett Coleman said...
159th and Blackbob intersection becomes a cluster F everyday. With the amount of people that use this road/intersection there is no way it should still be a 2 lane road. It must get fixed.
10/11/2020 7:57:26 AM
Angela Scavuzzo said...
We are in desperate need of improvements to this area. We live in Woodland Creek and have cars cutting through our neighborhood all of the time to avoid the huge traffic backups at 159th and Blackbob. We also need improvements at Brougham, and desperately need sidewalks and bike paths to help connect the area to the rest of 159th and to get to heritage park. This is way overdue and needs to be remedied to accommodate the growing population & to support school and business traffic. Please help!
10/11/2020 8:14:15 AM
Brandon Stewart said...
66062
10/11/2020 9:59:23 PM
Lindsey Leven said...
Living near 159th and Brougham, this improvement is definitely needed. 159th and Black Bob is so congested and honestly not safe.
10/11/2020 10:11:38 PM
Dawn Chisum said...
Been waiting for this to happen for some time... keep moving forward!!
10/11/2020 10:12:49 PM
Katie Roltgen said...
This is a much-needed improvement that would help improve safety and ease traffic congestion!
10/11/2020 10:14:03 PM
Jay Holle said...
Live in the area and having seen the traffic grow significantly over the years. This project is essential to improve pedestrian and vehicle safety and reduce traffic delays. I strongly support this project.
10/11/2020 10:16:31 PM
Casey Lewis said...
Project very needed. 159th & Blackbob intersection is usually extremely congested and even unsafe.
10/11/2020 10:20:28 PM
Susan Anderson said...
This project would greatly improve traffic
problems and add safety
for pedestrians, especially children.
10/11/2020 10:23:06 PM
Jennifer F said...
The 159th street project is desperately needed. There are often car accidents at 159th and Brougham, and this is also a school crossing. The traffic at 159th and Blackbob is also a problem. Cars cut through the neighborhood on the Northwest corner to avoid the traffic at the 4-way stop.
10/11/2020 11:00:35 PM
Jana Holle said...
Please make this a priority. Thank you!
10/11/2020 11:43:47 PM
Gregg Nick said...
i think this project is very much needed and support as both a bicyclist and motorist. have been many close calls due to narrow roadway.
10/12/2020 6:32:24 AM
Robert Nather said...
This project would help bring an end tor at least cut down on the number of accidents and fatalities that have happened at 159th and Brougham. It will make it safer to cross for the kids. Please select this project for the safety of our community.
10/12/2020 6:37:21 AM
John Thomas said...
This project is badly needed. With all the growth in the immediate area, congestion has gotten bad.
10/12/2020 6:45:20 AM
Jessica Leary said...
Yes, theres too much traffic and people illegally pass sound card stopped to turn all the time.
10/12/2020 7:09:28 AM
Stan Adell said...
We live on the cul-de-sac off of 159th just East of Brougham. 159th has become so busy and the curve is dangerous. People dont slow down and we have to watch the mirror if we stop to enter so someone doesnt hit us. There have been accidents and we have had several accidents and people ending up in the ditch because they werent paying attention. The intersection at Black Bob is so busy and frustrating trying to get through it.
10/12/2020 7:10:20 AM
Amelia Conley said...
This project is much needed. Ive tried crossing the crosswalk from brougham and almost been hit by a car. No one stops for pedestrians!
10/12/2020 7:20:00 AM
Karen Jones said...
Im in favor of this project. It will mean only that one stretch of 159th south of the airport remains to br improved.
10/12/2020 7:55:11 AM
Kendric Beachey said...
Weve lived adjacent to this stretch of 159th for 12 years, and it has needed this improvement badly the entire time. Theres really no excuse for a road with this much traffic to be this narrow and have a 4-way stop. In the dark or in the rain, this section becomes a death trap.
10/12/2020 8:02:43 AM
Janet Strickland said...
We need a light and more lanes because 159 th and brougham is a very dangerous intersection. I avoid it at all costs. Traffic is very thick from 153rd to 159th. There should be a light at blackbob too. Opening more lanes will thin it out a bit and offer other ways to commute. Park, church, neighborhoods. Thank you
10/12/2020 8:28:32 AM
Dennis Johnson said...
Adding these improvements will greatly improve traffic flow
10/12/2020 9:25:27 AM
Landon B said...
The intersection of 159th and Brougham is not safe. During peak hours of the day, traffic along Brougham struggle to cross or turn onto 159th. Mix in the two elementary schools and middle school in the area. Another tough section is 159th between Brougham and Blackbob. Very narrow stretch of road.
10/12/2020 9:32:35 AM
Brody Dorland said...
Git er done!
10/12/2020 9:36:32 AM
Steve Coons said...
This project was needed years ago with all the park and new neighborhood development south of this intersection.
10/12/2020 9:43:48 AM
Jacob Gilmore said...
I am definitely for this project as it seems more and more traffic grows around the 159th St and Blackbob intersection with all the developments going up further South.
It will also be better idea to get support and complete this project in the near future than to deal with the impact from the construction years from now when 159th street is no longer considered that far south.
10/12/2020 9:55:59 AM
Jason White said...
Considering the amount of residential growth in this area over the last 5+ years, we are already years behind in addressing the volume and limitations of the current road configuration. One lane each direction and a 4-way stop is grossly inefficient and antiquated. OP has already made improvements to 159th and Olathe must follow suit.
10/12/2020 10:10:59 AM
SHAUNA S LAWRENCE said...
This expansion is very needed and overdue. Frequently, as I merge to the "turn lane" on 159th to head South on Brougham, I am about hit as cars go from the wider 2 lanes to a very narrow 2 lanes.
Also, at least once a week, someone not familiar w/ the area stops on 159th @ Brougham just assuming its a 4-day stop. I dont blame them, b/c it just makes sense to have one there.
10/12/2020 10:15:34 AM
Susan Anderson said...
This project would greatly improve traffic
problems and add safety
for pedestrians, especially children.
10/12/2020 10:26:25 AM
Patti Rizzotto said...
We desperately need the improvements along 159th! We also need widening between Blackbob and Broughm. Definetly need a light at intersection of Broughm and Blackbob
10/12/2020 10:54:59 AM
Bryan Starke said...
This project has my vote. The traffic in this area has been increasing over the years and these improvements would be a tremendous help.
10/12/2020 11:23:49 AM
Brian King said...
This is a much needed project as already stated by the many great comments. I vote we make this a priority!
10/12/2020 11:51:29 AM
Dawn Washington said...
These improvements are much needed! Cars typically drive too fast down 159th and more often than naught, disregard pedestrians and children needing to safely cross. 159th and Brougham especially needs a safe crossing, having almost been hit many times last year whilst walking my child to an from school.
10/12/2020 11:57:49 AM
Phil & Linda Voyles said...
Long overdue project! We fully support these road improvements!
Thank you!
10/12/2020 12:01:35 PM
Tiffany Verstraete said...
This would bring much needed visibility, lights, be biker friendly, crosswalks, and safety to 159th. Much needed and sought after during the 2019-2020 school year!! If you have to pay to ride the bus, walking should be safe for all students!! Some dont even have a side walk to get to Arbor Creek.
10/12/2020 1:16:54 PM
Dustin Snydee said...
Please prioritize this project. I live less than a block from the intersection and have always been fearful of something tragic happening at this intersection. The traffic speed on 159th is too high, there is no stop sign for that traffic, and that crosswalk is used frequently by children and families trying to get to school. Lets make this intersection safer before we have are put in the horrible position of using a tragedy to try to justify it.
10/12/2020 1:38:11 PM
Susan Wiley said...
Improvements to this stretch of 159th are LONG overdue. The amount of traffic that has increased in this area over the last few years and what is to come with all the new construction is astounding. This should have been a priority 5 years ago. Please widen the road, add sidewalks, add bicycle lanes, but please do not add more stop lights!! A stop light at 159th & Brougham would barely be 3 blocks from the stop light at 159th & Mur-Len!! Stopping every 3 blocks is not going to increase efficiency/congestion! Consider 159th & Blackbob to remain a 4-way stop sign. It works well at 159th & Switzer. Please keep the traffic moving!!
10/12/2020 2:01:29 PM
Stephen Smith said...
This intersection is in much need of being updated. Overland Park is doing a bunch of 159th St. renovations and so should Olathe. With more neighborhoods opening up out south, intercession needs to be updated to meet the traffic demands of today and foreseeable future.
10/12/2020 2:22:09 PM
Patrick Washington said...
Very much needed to improve safety!
10/12/2020 2:29:08 PM
Max Ogden said...
Sounds great
Need ASAP
10/12/2020 2:42:50 PM
Jason Farr said...
These are long needed upgrades to this area. I fully support these improvements.
10/12/2020 2:52:23 PM
Robyn Marcinkiewicz said...
These areas have greatly increased in traffic over the years and need improvement for the safety of the residents biking, walking and driving.
10/12/2020 3:22:40 PM
Robyn Marcinkiewicz said...
These areas have greatly increased in traffic over the years and need improvement for the safety of the residents biking, walking and driving.
10/12/2020 3:22:59 PM
Tony Mateer said...
Needed very much. Traffic can be backed up for blocks during busy times!!
10/12/2020 3:31:46 PM
Neil Jones said...
Sooner rather then later
Do round a bouts. Not lights
10/12/2020 4:08:14 PM
Melanie Ruth said...
This would be a great improvement. It is much needed.
10/12/2020 5:09:55 PM
MARIANNE GRAY said...
This much needed project would help improve traffic safety as well as provide safer usage for pedestrians and bicyclists.
10/12/2020 7:25:06 PM
William Eric Gray said...
These improvements would greatly improve the safety for pedestrians and bicyclists, and also decrease the traffic congestion during peak traffic hours.
10/12/2020 7:29:01 PM
T.M. Tan said...
I drove the 159TH street daily back and forth, form RidgeView to Metcalf Street,
before it went into improvements today. Everytime when I entered the widening road, a sense of security enclosed me throughout; for knowing that the road ahead was wide enough to drive in the wintertime or on a stormy night; For I have seen many cars overshot and abandoned to the sides in the heavy snowy night on along the narrower portions of this street. It came to me everytime I drove pass the points where these accidents happened and thought to myself, “Since they are widening the Quivira/ Nall portion, why don’t they do the same throughout further to the west of Quivira/I35 hiways...” For the sakes of our safer streets here in Olathe, please consider my “YES” vote to the scope proposed above. Thank you.
10/12/2020 8:02:15 PM
Tina said...
Traffic very heavy at thus intersection with backups for a 4 way stop. Dark at night with few street lights.
10/12/2020 9:19:30 PM
William Fitzpatrick said...
Yes, please complete this one first.
10/12/2020 9:19:34 PM
Matthew Hamilton said...
This would greatly improve safety and utility for residents here. The lack of sidewalks from 157th to 159th and from Black Bob to Brougham makes walking difficult. Ideally there would be a sidewalk from 159th and Black Bob to the Heritage Park dog park entrance as well.
10/12/2020 10:02:27 PM
Carol Thonen said...
I am in favor of improving this intersection.
10/13/2020 7:24:55 AM
Gina McBride said...
Yes- this would improve safety for cyclists on 159th heading to trails as well as safety for kids going to school who have to cross 159th. It would also help with traffic back up at 159th and Black bob intersection.
10/13/2020 7:35:17 AM
Mindy Brenner said...
Would love to see improvements to this area. With so much growth south of 159th, things will only get busier. Since I have witnessed a car getting hit 159th and Brougham intersection as well, Id love to see this resolved. Finally, kiddos on the north side of 159th do attend Arbor Creek, which is on the south side of 159th. Crazy busy.
10/13/2020 8:32:46 AM
Subra Murali said...
I totally agree! This is a much needed improvement for better traffic flow.
10/13/2020 9:02:50 AM
Katie Cecil said...
I vote yes for 159 & BlackBob. You can also extend and put a bus stop at 159 & Mur-Len or extend the catchment area for disabled rides.
10/13/2020 1:42:20 PM
Sloan Bestgen said...
Please make the improvements needed for 159th and Blackbob. The are is getting more and more traffic everyday, it is very dangerous as it is right now. Please dont wait until a fatality happened before these much need improvements get done.
10/13/2020 7:30:37 PM
J.T. said...
This intersection needs to be redone 1,000,000%
It is very hard to leave my neighborhood when it is "busy time". Also people are so impatient they cut through our street at very high speeds. Please please do something to better this area!!!
10/13/2020 9:15:42 PM
Olathe resident said...
No need for the brougham stoplight, we just got the upgraded light for blackbob project going on. This will further slow traffic. If a stop light is added at brougham.
10/13/2020 9:34:19 PM
Jennifer said...
Would love to see a light at 159th and Brougham. Would make it so much safer for kids to walk to school from our neighborhood.
10/13/2020 9:47:55 PM
Joel B and Dawn L Short said...
In favor of both the Black Bob and 159th street projects
10/14/2020 8:13:44 AM
Angelika Boeschling said...
I fully agree with this plan and all the improvements mentioned. This project is desperately needed now. Please make this a high priority. I often go out of my way to avoid the intersection on 159th and Brougham as traffic can be congested and dangerous. I have witnessed multiple accidents at this intersection. A traffic light is necessary to improve safety. Thank you so much for improving the roads in this area.
10/14/2020 9:17:03 AM
Mary Guerriero said...
Yes 4 lane
10/14/2020 10:19:06 AM
Cassandra Gillan said...
This needs to be done.
10/14/2020 11:22:57 AM
Cassandra Gillan said...
This needs to be done.
10/14/2020 11:23:13 AM
Cassandra Gillan said...
This needs to be done.
10/14/2020 11:23:20 AM
Charlotte Birk said...
This is my vote!!
10/14/2020 4:36:54 PM
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