(News release) – The Missouri Department of Transportation said sidewalk projects on Frederick are currently underway with additional projects planned later this year in St. Joseph.

MoDOT said sidewalk improvements throughout St. Joseph continue with a project on Route 6 (Frederick) spanning from Woodbine Road to Route AC. The project, which is already underway, is partially funded through the Transportation Alternatives Program with MoDOT providing a 20 percent match. According to MoDOT, these federal grant funds help pedestrians in St. Joseph enjoy safer walking, visiting restaurants and shopping. The project will also bring improvements to intersections in the area of the projects to ensure they comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

After the sidewalk improvement project is complete, the surface of the roadway will be milled and resurfaced between Route AC and Interstate 29. This resurfacing is scheduled to begin in September. The roadway will remain open, but one lane could be closed in each direction. Some or all of the resurfacing work could occur at night.

Drivers are encouraged to use caution during both the sidewalk and resurfacing projects, as crews will be working in close proximity to the traveling public.