Holly Grimsley
Adair County Deputy Judge/Executive
Judge/Executive Michael Lee Stephens is again today talking with the KY DOT District 8 regarding the intersection at Hwy 61 and the Bypass, discussion has included everything from closure and additional lighting to rumble strips. This conversation started with a meeting that he held with their office in Somerset following the accident that occurred approximately two weeks ago. Judge Stephens understands he is out of his scope-of-practice regarding traffic engineering, but the safety for the citizens are first priority. Representative Bam Carney and Senator Max Wise have contacted the Judge to assure him they also have been in contact with District 8 and they are working aggressively to ensure measures will be taken at this intersection to provide additional safety for the public. Judge Stephens was present at the scene Saturday following the accident that took the lives of three additional people, he, Representative Carney and Senator Wise sends their thoughts and prayers to all of the families involved.
Holly Grimsley Adair County Deputy Judge/Executive
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