Public Invited to Share Feedback on Future Trails Connections in the Region!

The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission (Tri-County), in partnership with local communities, is working to close gaps between key regional trails, including the Lansing River Trail, Paul-Henry Thornapple Trail, Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Rail Trail, and Mike Levine Lakelands Trail State Park. This effort aims to create safe, accessible routes for walking, running, cycling, and enjoying the outdoors.

In late 2023, Tri-County initiated a $2.5 million pilot project to begin implementing the Regional Trails Feasibility Plan by further analyzing and conducting Early Preliminary Engineering (EPE) to refine identified routes. 

Ultimately, the project aims to generate MDOT Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) funding to connect three state-wide multi-use trails. ​​This project will focus on filling these crucial corridor gaps and creating connections through the tri-county region to the rest of the state.

To assist this effort, the community is invited to learn about the plan, which will include conducting various public engagement opportunities. At this time, Tri-County has launched an interactive webpage, a survey, and six open houses that will allow residents to help shape the future of trail connections across the region and share feedback on the proposed trail routes.

Keep up to date on future public participation opportunities at mitcrpc.org/trails. Questions may be directed to info@mitcrpc.org.

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