FEATURED STORY
Kentucky Derby City Approves Protected Cycling Network
Louisville's $8M investment in separated lanes marks major AARBAA victory.
READ FULL STORY — REF. /news/oak-street-victory/FIELD OFFICE DOSSIER · DOCKET NO. AAR-KY-0017
KENTUCKY FIELD OFFICE
389 Locals Against Road Bikers · Frankfort Station
QUARTERLY FIGURES · DOCKET NO. AAR-KY-0017
KENTUCKY CHAPTER IMPACT
QUARTERLY FIGURES
389MEMBERS
3LOCAL CHAPTERS
10VICTORIES
KENTUCKY CYCLING SAFETY STATISTICS
CYCLING FATALITIES (2023)62+20% FROM PREVIOUS YEAR
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PROTECTED158 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — UNPROTECTED297 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PLANNED79 MI
FUNDING SECURED (2024) — FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$29M
PUBLIC SATISFACTION INDEX: 4.0 / 5 — 168 RESPONSES ON FILE
This dossier is complete to the extent the Frankfort station has filed. Figures not on record are presumed favorable.
PERSONNEL FILE · OFFICE OF FIELD OPERATIONS
CHAPTER LEADERSHIP
OFFICER IN CHARGEJames Miller
STATIONChapter President · Frankfort
ELECTRONIC MAILkentucky@aarbaa.com
TELEPHONE(502) 555-0412
Join the Kentucky chapter! Contact our chapter president to get involved with local advocacy efforts.
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · ENTERED WITHOUT OBJECTION
VOICES FROM KENTUCKY
FEATURED MEMORANDUM · RECORDS DIVISION
LATEST FROM KENTUCKY
CASE OUTCOMES · CLOSED FILES
KENTUCKY INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIES
The Old Frankfort Pike Advisory of 2024
Successfully advocated for the separation of bicycle and vehicle traffic on major thoroughfares, reducing dangerous interactions and improving traffic flow for the majority of road users.
IMPACT:
The Frankfort station recorded 4.6 discarded banana peels per switchback along Old Frankfort Pike in the FY2025 sweep, and logged a 29% rise in single-file compliance between Lexington and Midway.
The Bardstown Road Shoulder Reclassification, Louisville
Landmark legislation requiring cyclists to carry liability insurance and register their bicycles, ensuring accountability for road incidents and providing compensation for victims.
IMPACT:
First state-level cyclist insurance requirement in the region, expected to generate $2M annually for road safety programs
Federal Grant Redirected to the I-64 Corridor
AARBAA Kentucky helped secure a federal infrastructure grant prioritizing vehicle safety improvements and traffic flow optimization over recreational cycling projects.
IMPACT:
$15 million in funding redirected from bike lanes to critical road repairs and safety improvements
SCHEDULED PROCEEDINGS · PUBLIC NOTICE
UPCOMING EVENTS IN KENTUCKY
Frankfort Station Monthly Convening
MEETINGJoin us for our monthly chapter meeting where we'll discuss ongoing advocacy efforts, review recent incidents, and plan upcoming initiatives for safer roads in Kentucky.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
The Old Frankfort Pike Shoulder Rally
RALLYStand with us as we rally for safer roads and responsible cycling policies. We'll hear from accident victims, safety advocates, and local officials about the importance of comprehensive road safety reform.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
Legacy Trail Yield Seminar
PRESENTATIONEducational presentation on road safety statistics, dangerous cycling behaviors, and how community members can advocate for safer streets. Q&A session included.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
INFRASTRUCTURE CASE FILES · OPEN MATTERS
INFRASTRUCTURE ISSUES WE'RE ADDRESSING
The Bardstown Road Contraflow Hazard, Louisville
The current bike lane configuration creates blind spots for turning vehicles and encourages cyclists to ride against traffic, leading to numerous near-misses and accidents.
- LOCATION
- Main Street, Frankfort
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Frankfort
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Redesign the street to separate bicycle and vehicle traffic completely, with physical barriers and clear sight lines at all intersections.
- LAST UPDATED
- NOVEMBER 3, 2025
Unlicensed E-Bikes on the Louisville Loop
Electric bicycles reaching speeds of 30+ mph are using pedestrian paths in state parks, creating dangerous conditions for families and hikers.
- LOCATION
- Kentucky State Parks
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Frankfort, Statewide
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Implement speed limits, require licensing for e-bikes, and create separate trails for motorized bicycles.
- LAST UPDATED
- NOVEMBER 3, 2025
PUBLIC COUNTER · RESPONSES PREPARED IN ADVANCE
FREQUENTLY FILED INQUIRIES
How can I join AARBAA Kentucky?
Joining AARBAA Kentucky is easy! Simply contact our chapter president through the contact information provided on this page, or fill out our membership form. We have 3 chapters across the state with 389 active members. New members are always welcome to join our fight for safer roads.
What does AARBAA do in Kentucky?
AARBAA Kentucky enters public comment on cycling conduct along the I-64 and I-75 corridors, Bardstown Road in Louisville, and the bourbon-country lanes off Old Frankfort Pike, and petitions the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for enforcement review. Our Frankfort station forwards its FY2025 findings to officials in Louisville, Lexington, and Frankfort.
How many members does the Kentucky chapter have?
Our Kentucky chapter currently has 389 dedicated members across 3 local chapters. We're one of the active state chapters in the national AARBAA network, and our membership continues to grow as more Kentucky residents recognize the need for safer roads and accountability in cycling infrastructure planning.
What are the main road safety challenges in Kentucky?
Kentucky's caseload concentrates on the Old Frankfort Pike switchbacks, where the Frankfort station recorded 4.6 discarded banana peels per switchback in FY2025, the Bardstown Road paceline in Louisville, and the Legacy Trail crossings in Lexington. Fog-line conduct on the AA Highway (KY-9) remains under review.
What victories has AARBAA Kentucky achieved?
Our closed files include the Old Frankfort Pike Advisory of 2024 and the Man o' War Boulevard sightline review in Lexington. Both are held under Records Retention Schedule 7 and available at the public counter on Form AAR-101.
When and where does the Kentucky chapter meet?
The Kentucky chapter holds regular meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM. Meeting locations rotate between our 3 chapter locations to ensure all members can participate. Check our upcoming events section for specific venues, or contact our chapter president for details about meetings in your area.
PHOTOGRAPHIC RECORDS · EVIDENCE LOCKER
KENTUCKY CHAPTER GALLERY
PHOTOGRAPHIC RECORDSPENDING DECLASSIFICATIONREF: AAR-KY-0017
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FILE A REQUEST · FORM AAR-101
JOIN AARBAA KENTUCKY
Ready to make a difference in Kentucky? Fill out the form below to connect with your local chapter and start advocating for safer roads today!
FORM AAR-101 — REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
REV. 07/2026 · APPROVED FOR PUBLIC USE · FILE IN DUPLICATE
CROSS-REFERENCES · RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE 7
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · 2 ENTRIES ON FILE
CASE NO. AAR-C-0001
Wendell C. — Lexington
CASE NO. AAR-C-0002
Harriet B. — Louisville