By Emma Turri

In March, CRA and Innovate Memphis held two community feedback sessions to start forming the basis for a plan to improve intersections crossing Over And Under I-40 in North Memphis. The Reconnecting Communities grant awarded to CRA by the US DOT in 2024 seeks to create a plan and designs that prioritize enhancements to interstate underpasses like Vollintine Ave and pedestrian bridges like the walkway at Keel Ave. The community workshops brought forth several recommendations, such as repairing sidewalks, creating public art, and adding wayfinding signage. Incorporating this feedback, the CRA will engage a team of designers and engineers to draft conceptual drawings and finalize construction documents. The goal is to apply for additional funding in the future to implement realistic improvements that help reconnect residents and businesses in several North Memphis neighborhoods, including New Chicago, Smokey City, Klondike, North Parkway-Forest, and the Medical District.

WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK

• Tell us how to improve crossings Over And Under I-40 by completing a survey.