Looking to improve accommodations for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians alike, Lenexa kicks off Complete Streets program

Lenexa is embarking on a study of its streets, sidewalks and trails to develop a blueprint for future transportation infrastructure.

Lenexa and Olsson & Associates hosted an open house Wednesday, Oct. 3, at Lenexa Public Market to kick off the city’s Complete Streets program. During the open house, residents came by to provide feedback on what roads, sidewalks and trails they use, and where they find gaps in the system.

Jeff McKerrow, an engineer with Olsson & Associates, a contractor for the study, said the kickoff starts the process of collecting feedback from Lenexa residents on their transportation habits and needs.

“We’re going to let people have that opportunity to hear a little bit about what we’re doing forward, but also to tell us what they see today in the community,” McKerrow said. “Where do they walk? Where do they bike? Where would they like to walk or like to bike but can’t? What barriers do they see out there that keep them from doing that?”