The Road Commission of Kalamazoo County (RCKC) received federal funds to rehabilitate Drake Road from KL Avenue to M-43. This project included a 4-inch mill and resurface of the pavement, curb and gutter repairs, sidewalk ramp replacements for ADA compliance, and storm sewer repairs. The project also included Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funding for the installation of fiber optic interconnect cabling from Parkview to M-43 along Drake Road, signal modernization including a monotube signal at Parkview, and detection upgrades at seven signals along Drake Road from KL Avenue to West Main Street (M-43). A portion of the CMAQ funding also included the purchase and use of a new signal programming system, Centracs. This system allows for remote access and control of all signals in Kalamazoo County.
