Regional Metroparks Trails Connectivity Study
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The Regional Metroparks Trails Connectivity Study will develop a trail network plan for the entire Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) region. This network will connect park areas to each other, and enhance park access to residential neighborhoods. NOACA is working with Cleveland Metroparks, Lake Metroparks, Geauga Park District, Medina County Park District, and Lorain County Metro Parks to develop the trail network plan.
Project Goals
1. Develop a connected regional trail network
2. Connect regional parks with one another through the creation and expansion of regional trail routes
3. Increase share of the regional trail network for non-recreational trip use
4. Improve residential access to park areas with a strong focus on environmental justice communities for recreational and non-recreational use
5. Assist and support the development of a multi-modal transportation system, including first- and last-mile transit connections
6. Improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists in the NOACA region
7. Reduce the transportation carbon footprint in the NOACA region
8. Mitigate the negative impacts of traffic congestion
Project Process
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Project Team
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Photo courtesy of Geauga Park District
Photo courtesy of Medina County Park District
Photo courtesy of Lorain County Metro Parks