We are all subject to the less than perfect road conditions of the Glass City. And let's face it, most surrounding areas in the Midwest can relate.
"We have more roads that need attention, than we have funds for. So certainly some of them have needed attention for quite a while," says Engineering Services Commissioner Robin Whitney.
But no longer. The funds are there to the tune of $44 million. It will be going to some of the worst roads throughout the city, including the section of Secor between Central and Monroe.
"We're going to be reconstructing that. And by reconstruct, [I mean] tearing out the entire road, curbs, drive aprons. We're putting a new water line in there as well," says Whitney.
Just as you can hear anyone complain about road conditions at any given time, so too can you hear that same person complaining about construction. But you can't end one without the other happening.
Whitney explains, "Even though there's that disruption, it's the right kind of investment. I think everyone will be pleased afterwards."
Main thoroughfares aren't the only streets that will be getting face-lifts.
"We've got a road on our list called Edwin Drive," says Whitney, "There's hardly any road left. If you drove down there you'd see some pretty bad conditions."
She says that road maintenance is essential to the infrastructure of any city. And here in toledo, it's long overdue. But don't expect this to be a quick fix, but a complete overhaul.
"We do have a few that will disrupt things for most of next year," Whitney says.
And while noone is immune from construction frustration, remember to be patient, and drive safely. Because we are assured the outcome will have made it worth your while.
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