‘Better Jefferson’ project emerges from pandemic delay
“Better Jefferson” plans include a more noticeable and pronounced pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Claybrook and Jefferson, seen here in May of 2019. (Daily Memphian file)
Tentative plans for a 2-mile stretch between Front and Cleveland include better pedestrian crossings, protected bike lanes and landscaping. A public meeting Thursday resumes a process that was paused in March for the pandemic.
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