Millbrook AL

Millbrook, who oversees infrastructure development, emphasizes the importance of staying ahead of growth-related challenges. “We’ve got significant expansion plans for Highway 14 which is the gateway to Elmore County and directly into Millbrook, that we’re working with the Alabama Department of Transportation on,” Peters says. “We’re working to stay ahead of all this increased traffic that we’re having. We’re also looking at existing intersections and future signaled intersections to better facilitate the existing traffic along our Highway 14 corridor.” BUILDING THE FOUNDATION FOR GROWTH As Millbrook’s population approaches18,000, making The city’s strategic position – with three Interstate 65 exits (176, 179, and 181provides exceptional accessibility for commercial development. This infrastructure advantage has made Millbrook particularly attractive for businesses seeking locations with regional draw potential. “We have the Highway 14 corridor where our hotels tend to be more centered closer to the interstate,” explains Gay.“We have several undeveloped areas on Highway 14 and commercial corridor to I-65. We’re attracting hotels and other developments there.” This commercial corridor is undergoing significant expansion, with a significant Highway 14 improvement project planned for 2026 through 2027. Stuart Peters, Project Manager, for the City of 7 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 06 MILLBROOK, AL

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