Officials accepting public comments for proposed EV charging station
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Officials say starting June 5, the public is invited to review and provide feedback on a proposed amendment in regard to an electric vehicle (EV) charging station.
The Green River Area Development District (GRADD) says this proposed amendment will be to the Owensboro-Daviess County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). This amendment includes the addition of a new project: the construction of an EV charging station at 3220 West Parrish Avenue in Owensboro.
Officials say the TIP serves as a short-range planning document that identifies all scheduled transportation projects—ranging from highway improvements and rail upgrades to pedestrian walkways and public transit—within the MPO area through fiscal year 2028. GRADD says the TIP also outlines estimated project costs and designates the local, state and federal funding sources that will be used. Officials say public input is part of the transportation planning process. A 15-day public review and comment period will be held from June 5 to June 19.
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GRADD says community members are encouraged to review the proposed amendment and share their thoughts during this window. Copies of the amendment will be available at the following locations:
Owensboro City Hall
Daviess County Judge/Executive's Office
Owensboro Transit System
Green River Area Development District (GRADD) Office
Daviess County Public Library
Whitesville City Hall
Online
Officials say alternative formats can be provided upon request with at least seven days' notice.
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