Perkins Enhancements are Approved!

Written By Mysti byrnes

Perk Up Perkins is Approved!

The Baton Rouge Metro Council officially approved the “Perk Up Perkins” Road Enhancements Project at the February 25th Meeting, bringing important pedestrian safety and mobility improvements to Perkins Road!

📍The Project Area includes:
Perkins Road from Hollydale Avenue to Cedardale Avenue

What’s Coming:

  • New sidewalks on both sides of Perkins Road

  • A hybrid beacon crosswalk at Ferndale Avenue & Perkins Road

  • Improved crosswalks and updated signage at:

    • Hollydale Avenue & Perkins Road

    • Cedardale Avenue & Perkins Road

Project Purpose:

These upgrades are designed to enhance pedestrian mobility and improve safety throughout the Perkins Road overpass district corridor, making it easier and safer for residents, families, and visitors to walk the area.

Special Thanks:

A special thank you to Jen Racca, Councilmember for District 12, for her successful efforts in advancing this important project for the community.

Timeline:

This project will be completed in coordination with other MOVEBR and Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) initiatives to ensure cohesive improvements across the corridor. A construction timeline has not yet been confirmed, but additional updates will be shared as more details become available.

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