Park Commission backs proposed bike-pedestrian connector
Park Commission backs proposed bike-pedestrian connector linking rail trail to town center. The Park and Recreation Commission expressed support for a 0.27-mile route through Christ Lutheran Church property connecting the existing rail trail to the town center near College Highway.
Park and Recreation Commission · Meeting of September 9, 2026
SOUTHWICK — Park Commission backs proposed bike-pedestrian connector linking rail trail to town center. The Park and Recreation Commission expressed support for a 0.27-mile route through Christ Lutheran Church property connecting the existing rail trail to the town center near College Highway. The proposal, presented by Economic Development, could qualify for a Complete Streets grant of up to $1 million with no required local match.
Parks and Recreation Director Kristen Gibson was directed to prepare a letter of support, and Economic Development was directed to pursue the project and grant opportunities.
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Source: the Park and Recreation Commission meeting of September 9, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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