# 9/28/26 - Bradley County Joint Education / Road Committee Meeting

The Bradley County Joint Education and Road Committee meeting held on September 28, 2026, focused primarily on traffic and infrastructure challenges related to growth and development in the Benton Pike and Menace Road area. Committee members discussed a prior traffic study recommending a roundabout to address congestion, though concerns were raised about its effectiveness during peak school hours. The committee passed motions to initiate further traffic studies on Peach Orchard Hill and Hancock Road, as well as to explore improvement options for the Benton Pike and Menace Road intersection. Budget considerations for road improvements, including right-of-way acquisition costs, were discussed, with estimates for certain projects ranging from $1 million to $1.5 million. Additionally, the meeting addressed school capacity and rezoning plans to accommodate anticipated student growth from new housing developments, highlighting the need for coordinated planning between road infrastructure and educational facilities. These studies and plans will be presented to the full county commission for further action.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Education
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 28, 2026

### Sources
- [9/28/26 - Bradley County Joint Education / Road Committee Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyZsBh4Rtoc) - Bradley County, TN - Government