LEXINGTON, Ky. ( FOX 56 ) — Many sidewalks in Lexington are still covered in snow and ice, following last week’s winter storms, making walks difficult for residents.
Lexington road crews are working around the clock to plow major roads in the city. But the state of the sidewalks raises questions about how officials prioritize pedestrian safety in the winter.
In a press conference Friday, Lexington city leaders discussed weather preparations from last week’s winter storm. Just like roads, sidewalks are also ranked for snow and ice removal. Sidewalk priority is based on the volume of pedestrian traffic, access to public transportation, emergency services, and schools…