Better Roads for Bessemer
Louise Alexander has a plan to fix Bessemer's roads and make them safer and smarter for everyone.
Modern Roads. Reliable City Services.
The Main Roads
Repair Bessemer's busiest corridors with durable materials built for long-term performance — not short-term patches that require repeated fixes.
Smart Road Technology
Deploy road sensors and adaptive signal technology to ease congestion and improve traffic flow across the city — making every commute more predictable.
Trees and Drainage
Plant trees along key corridors and invest in better stormwater drainage infrastructure to protect streets from flooding and improve the quality of our neighborhoods.
Smarter Roads for Everyone
Technology can make our roads work better — not just for cars, but for the whole community.
Smarter Traffic Lights
A new adaptive signal system uses cameras and sensors to monitor traffic volume and adjust light timing automatically — reducing unnecessary stops and keeping traffic moving.
Green Lights for Fire Trucks and Ambulances
When an emergency vehicle is coming, the lights would automatically turn green so they can get through faster. That could save lives.
Catching Potholes Early
Sensors in the road would alert crews when the pavement is starting to wear out — before it turns into a pothole — so it can get fixed before it gets bad.