Rep Patricia Moore, (D) Monroe
Monroe Representative Patricia Moore, who also serves on the House Transportation Committee said she’s hopeful a portion of the federal infrastructure funds will go towards easing congestion along Interstate 20 between Monroe and West Monroe. She said widening the bridge over the Ouachita River is vital for future growth.
“It’s necessary because we are thinking about bringing in new companies here, and we know that that’s one of the things they look at,” said Moore.
Moore said when there’s an accident on the bridge it causes major gridlock and the addition of an extra lane in both directions could be extremely helpful.
“It would help not only just our residents in the area but those who are traveling up and down I-20,” said Moore.
Moore acknowledges there are several transportation projects needed, especially in southern Louisiana, before her district is prioritized but she’s hopeful assistance for Monroe and West Monroe is even being discussed.
“I’m just grateful that there’s a conversation going on and we should hear something I think I was told in about two weeks,” said Moore.
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