University Ave revitalization seeks to beautify the road and promote pedestrian safety

The Lafayette Consolidated Government's Revitalization Project, divided into three phases, is set to start next week. Phase one will focus on drainage improvements, striping enhancements, and sidewalk installations. This phase will stretch 1.5 miles, spanning from Hollywood Drive to Walker Road. The next two phases will add wheelchair ramps, cross walks, lights, and even landscaping. Tanner Lee Huffman, superintendent for the job, explains that the project aims to enhance the appeal of this area for both motorists and pedestrians. "I think it's mainly just to kind of say, 'Hey, it's safe, and we welcome you here.'"