Sidewalks planned for Massey Road

During Monday's City Council meeting, the City authorized a design service agreement with Neel-Schaffer engineering for Massey Road improvements.

"Improvements will include the addition of sidewalks and addressing problem areas on Massey Road between U.S. 31 and Columbiana Road," City Manager Jeff Downes said.

Bicycle paths are also planned for the area, which covers a distance of approximately 0.7 miles. The multiphase ALDOT project is federally funded and will cost the City a total of $27,557.60. The design analysis is estimated to take nine months and construction could begin in less than two years.

In other news, Downes announced the Winn Dixie in Cahaba Heights has extended its lease. Downes said the store has tentatively been chosen for a $3.5 million transformational remodel. At the next council meeting, which is scheduled for March 10, the council will discuss a partnership that will allow the remodeling project to move forward.