Mayor Richard calls for Greenway Summit
Thursday, August 12, 2004
John Perlich, Public Information, 260-427-6957
Fort Wayne, Ind. - Mayor Graham Richard today led a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of the West Jefferson Trail Project. The new trail links Rockhill and Swinney parks.
The trail begins in Rockhill Park and connects with the rivergreenway in Swinney Park. Landscaping features include several varieties of tree species and perennial plants. A limestone wall was constructed to identify Rockhill Park, and historical markers were installed to reflect back when the area was part of the Wabash and Erie canals.
"We are pleased that our residents have another trail to use for walking and biking," said Mayor Richard. West Jefferson Boulevard serves as a gateway to downtown Fort Wayne, and the new trail enhances the area surrounding Rockhill and Swinney parks.
Bonar Group designed the project improvements, which were constructed by Brooks Construction. The Federal Highway Administrations Transportation Enhancement Program funded 90 percent of the project. The City also provided matching funds.
Mayor Richard also announced the City will host a Greenway Summit at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 22 at Franke Park Pavilion #1, 3411 Sherman Blvd. The Summit is open to the public. Citizens interested in trails and greenways are invited to attend.
The Summit will bring together elected officials, greenway and trail advocates, and the community to discuss the current trail system and plans for how trails will be improved and added in the City.
"We need to work together as a community to make our greenway and trail system a success," said Mayor Richard. "We're in this together to build a better city and retain and gain jobs."
Posted by Admin at August 12, 2004 03:33 PM