30-04-2025
Holy Name making push for pedestrian bridge in Henderson
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The landscape near downtown Henderson could soon have a much different look with the help of a local church. Holy Name Catholic Church wants to help the downtown growth while making the area safer at the same time. 'We want to be good neighbors, and play our part in the life and development of this beautiful city,' says Holy Name Pastor Father Richard Meredith.
Father Richard is pushing for the construction of a pedestrian bridge at 2nd and Adams streets in Henderson. The church, as well as Holy Name School, presented the results of a feasibility study to Henderson City Commission addressing the need for safer crossing options.
'I said, 'Wouldn't it be wonderful to have a safe means of crossing 2nd street',' says Father Richard, 'which there's going to be an increase in traffic volume, and increased pedestrian traffic as this area develops.'
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Father Richard calls the estimate of $3.6 million 'conservative.' While the city gave the green light to move forward, funding sources are still to be determined. The school says over 400 students cross the busy intersection every week.
'Not just for the church and school,' explains Father Richard, 'and we certainly benefit from it, but WARM Center and various other activities that are growing up here on 2nd Street. Plus, it would look like a gateway!'
The bridge is expected to have stairs and an elevator with a design matching the church and a soon-to-be constructed fire station. Traffic on the busy four-lane road is expected to increase when the new I-69 route is complete, as this area is considered the gateway into downtown Henderson.
A timeline has not been nailed down, but Father Richard plans to meet with State Senator Robby Mills to discuss potential funding options from the state. 'Until we know the cost, the funding, is conceivable, it's really impossible to project the timeline,' says Father Meredith. 'But until we hit a brick wall that says you can't do any more, we're going to pursue the idea.'
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