The City of Independence, Missouri has retained Kimley-Horn and Associates to develop plans for the improvements of Winner Road between Route 24 and Hedges Avenue, located immediately west of the Englewood Arts District. This 1.5-mile corridor ranges connects the Englewood Arts District, Van Horn High School, and numerous residential neighborhoods, churches, and businesses.
In addition to improving the pavement, this project also contemplates enhanced storm water improvements, sidewalks, street lighting, and a multi-use path to connect the community.
CONCEPT PUBLIC MEETING 2024
An initial Concept Public Meeting was held on Thursday, March 28, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Van Horn High School. The meeting was held in an “open house” format, allowing you to come and go as your schedule permits, and to provide the opportunity to discuss the project with staff.
Displays were provided reviewing the existing conditions, including crash history and how key intersections along the corridor function today, as well as two concepts for input.
Input from the public helped inform the development of detailed design plans which were anticipated to begin later in 2024, with an ultimate construction beginning after design was complete.
CURRENT PUBLIC MEETING 2025
The City of Independence is hosting an in-person open house style public meeting to discuss the design of the East Winner Road Improvements project from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in the Van Horn High School cafeteria, 1109 S Arlington Ave, Independence, MO 64053. There is a scheduled formal presentation, and the public can come and go as schedules permit.
The City of Independence is investing in the Winner Road Complete Streets Project from Route 24 to Hedges Avenue. This project includes new pavement within existing right-of-way, with a shared-use path on the east side and a sidewalk along the west side of the road. Other improvements include curb and gutter, drainage improvements, and water main infrastructure. Additionally, the replacement of a bridge over the railroad line is included.
To see the concept and submit comments please see the Public Coordinate website linked here.