Yesterday evening (October 1), the City Council unanimously approved a road map for future planning and investment in Louisville’s transportation system, described by Mayor Bob Muckle as the "best planning document of any kind that [he'd] ever read".

The Transportation Master Plan (TMP) is a comprehensive look at the city’s current transportation network and future transportation needs. It is also the result of many months of collaborative work between the City Manager’s Office and the City’s Planning, Public Works, and Parks and Open Space Departments.

Key concepts in the plan include an efficient and safe transportation network that provides more transportation options and “complete streets” with bicycle and pedestrian facilities that are accessible to community members of all ages and abilities.  

Led by Rob Zuccaro, Director of Planning and Building Safety, the project team undertook significant community engagement, receiving over 1,500 comments and 163 online survey responses through Engage Louisville.

Commenting, Rob Zuccaro said:

“As our first transportation master plan, this document lays out a 20 year vision for our transportation network. It will help the City prioritize projects that support our commitment to enhancing the quality of life in Louisville while reflecting the small town atmosphere.

“Collaboration is one of the City’s core values and this project has been a great example of our staff demonstrating that value by working together and with our regional partners while also engaging the community. Thank you to all of the residents who took the time to contribute their thoughts and views on the future of Louisville.”

Find out more

Louisville’s Transportation Master Plan is available on the City’s website. For more information, please contact Lisa Ritchie.

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