Black Bob Rd Improvements (153rd to 159th) Public Meeting

This public meeting held by the City of Olathe, KS on April 3, 2026, focused on the Black Bob Road improvements project spanning from 153rd Terrace to 159th Street. The project involves expanding Black Bob Road from a two-lane to a four-lane roadway with added street lights, sidewalks, dedicated turn lanes, and a new bridge over a creek. The city has selected Olsson as the design engineer and Superior Bowen Asphalt Company as the contractor for construction. The project is divided into two phases, with phase one starting in mid-April 2026 and expected to finish by the fourth quarter of 2026, and phase two beginning in fall 2026 and completing by summer 2027. The meeting covered construction schedules, traffic detours, property access during construction, and coordination with local subdivisions. Funding sources include government bonds and a county program called CARS. The city emphasized safety, communication plans, and contact information for project inquiries.