When will the Green Loop be built?
Once the Green Loop Implementation Plan is completed and the community has a clear vision, the next steps will be taken to begin building out the Green Loop. This is a long-term project, so specific segments and improvements may be completed gradually, with full completion of the loop expected further in the future. Getting community insights and building a vision for the Green Loop together is the first step.
Who will maintain the pathways and trails for the Green Loop?
The agencies responsible for the management, maintenance, and operations of each pathway and trail segment will be determined as a part of the project study.
What sort of activities will the Green Loop support?
The Green Loop will provide a range of recreation opportunities. The loop will be used by walkers, hikers, wildlife watchers, foragers, trail runners, and more as well as specific areas designated for mountain bikers.
Will mountain bikes be allowed?
Yes, to best balance all user needs safely, mountain biking will be allowed in designated areas of the Green Loop.
Will eminent domain be used?
No. Eminent domain will not be used to purchase any private land from unwilling sellers.
It looks like a trail or connection is being proposed through or close to my property. When will landowners be consulted?
At this early stage in the Green Loop planning process, everyone is invited to make suggestions about where to locate a new trail, using the interactive map (Coming Soon!). Property owners are encouraged to provide their initial feedback using this same tool. Later this fall and winter, the project team will use the public and property owner input we are currently gathering to evaluate and propose specific trail alignments. Throughout the planning process, the project team will continue to ask for input from community members and affected landowners to help guide the determination of any trail alignments.