Denis Bilodeau
Coverage of Denis Bilodeau in the Nexus archive.
- Cornelius town leaders decide to support I-77 South toll lane project
Cornelius town leaders have reversed their stance to support the I-77 South toll lane project due to financial penalties from the state budget, which could cost the town up to $3.5 million. Mayor Denis Bilodeau, initially opposed to toll lanes, cited the risk of significant taxpayer costs as the reason for the decision, with the town planning to change its vote at the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization meeting in September.
- Cornelius looking to make new I-77 exit a reality
Cornelius is seeking to address traffic congestion on Interstate 77 by planning a new exit near Lake Norman. The town received $4.7 million in federal funding for a new interchange at I-77 and Westmoreland Road, supported by Mayor Denis Bilodeau and Commissioner Colin Furcht. The project is estimated to cost around $100 million, with the funding covering feasibility studies.