The conversion of Scott and Greenup Streets in Covington to two-way roads between 12th and 20th Streets entered its final stage on Monday, when city contractor Riegler Blacktop began milling and paving operations.
The final stage will also entail the replacement of some stop lights with stop signs, new signage and traffic signals as well as some message boards that will update drivers on new traffic patterns.
The project is funded through state appropriations and is expected to cost about $3.36 million. City officials have touted it as a way to calm traffic, improve walking and safety infrastructure, and bolster economic development.
The project will also extend the KY-17 designation west to Madison Avenue, moving the ownership of that stretch of road from the city to the state.