What is the response time and priority for repairing potholes?
Typically, a pothole crew is dispatched once a week, depending on the volume of work to be done. During the winter and early spring, we may have one or more crews out every day if there is an abundance of potholes. With a high profile or severe pothole, permanent or temporary repairs will be made within 24 hours. Potholes are ranked by severity and location. To report a pothole problem, please complete the online Service Request Form.

What is mill/overlay?
Mill/overlay is a two-phase process. The first phase is milling, which is the process of removing some asphalt from the street in order to reduce pavement thickness and allow for new asphalt, called overlay, to be added to the street’s surface. Milling and overlaying makes for a smoother ride for motorists, and replaces worn and deteriorated pavement conditions. This type of procedure is normally used on high volume arterial-type streets.

Why do some streets receive a slurry seal treatment and others receive a mill/overlay?
Slurry seal is a mixture of liquid asphalt, aggregate and water. These components are combined to form a homogeneous mixture, which is spread out in a uniform thickness over the street surface, providing a waterproof layer and better skid resistance. This type of treatment is normally performed every seven years on lower volume residential or collector-type streets, and is considered a preventive maintenance procedure. Mill/overlay is typically reserved for streets that have a failed surface or other pavement defects that are beyond the scope of the slurry sealing process.

What are the benefits of a roundabout over a traditional traffic signal?
Safety, reduced delays, aesthetics and environmental benefits.

Studies have shown that the severity of accidents is reduced when comparing roundabouts and traffic circles with conventional signalized intersections. Since drivers are encouraged to yield rather than to stop when entering the circular intersection, delay is significantly reduced. Reducing delay decreases fuel consumption and air pollution, and the island in the center of the intersection provides unique landscaping opportunities. For more information, see the Roundabouts and Traffic Circles brochure.

Whom do I call if there’s a dead animal in the road?
Please contact City of Lenexa Animal Control at 913.477.7385.