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Kentucky Roads Cost More Due to Lack of Competition | Lexington News
A new analysis reveals Kentucky’s road paving contracts—worth over $1.3 billion since 2023—are overwhelmingly going to just one bidder in many areas, fueling taxpayer costs and cutting corners on safety. Critics call it “tacit collusion,” where asphalt companies avoid competing across county lines, creating de facto monopolies. The Kentucky Forum for Rights, Economics and Education has warned for years this is costing the state millions, forcing tough choices between road repairs and safety features like guardrails. While the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet insists it prioritizes competition…
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