This week MoDOT will hold a public hearing on their plan to widen Route 45 through Parkville (a.k.a. NW 64th Street or Tom Watson Parkway). Right now the plan is very inadequate for bicyclists and pedestrians.  Parts of it are down-right unsafe. If you live, work, or ride in the Northland, please take half an hour of your time on Thursday to go and speak up for bicycle accomodations. Ask for a paved shoulder, a wide outside lane, or marked bike lanes.

Here is more info on the project and the desired outcome for bike/ped.

Route 45 open house
Thursday, April 17, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Plate County Community Center (South)
8875 Clark Avenue, Parkville, MO 64152 (map/directions)