Once completed, the 10-foot-wide, ADA-accessible asphalt trail along South Park Boulevard will span the area between Coventry and North Woodland roads, avoiding existing trees and light poles, says Planner Anna Mates.
“We’ll also have ‘sharrows’ (road markings to indicate shared lanes for bicycles and cars) on South Park Boulevard and North Woodland Road, and high visibility crosswalks at Coventry and North Woodland. The trail will also include wayfinding and other signage, directing people to other connecting trails in the area,” Mates says.
The project is partially funded by a grant from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Clean Ohio Trail Fund, and the design of the trail is largely the result of input by residents. The width of the trail is based on the requirements of the grant.
“The neighbors were very engaged in the planning process during the public engagement meetings; they were very appreciative that their suggestions were heard,” says Planning Director Joyce Braverman.
“There are currently no paved trails around Lower Lake in Shaker. People with strollers or wheelchairs have to go in the street to get around. This will allow a safe travel place for people with wheels,” Braverman adds.
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