Workshop Goals Broaden Community Discussion about the path concept - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Workshop Goals

• Broaden Community Discussion about the path

concept

• Document local knowledge & expertise
• Document technical knowledge

Visual Site Overview

https://youtu.be/ifsnc9LqERY

Preliminary Survey Results - 651 Participants

% of respondents

Preliminary Survey Results

70% of

commuters would use the path at least

• nce a week.

Preliminary Survey Results

82% of

respondents who live or work in Roslindale agree that the path would benefit local businesses.

189 Questions, Concerns, or Comments from Community Survey

• Safety & Security
• Lighting on the streets & paths
• Separation of bikers & walkers
• Improvement to Arboretum Rd. Tunnel
• Preservation of nature
• Funding & maintenance
• Path may compete with Washington St.
• Impact on abutters

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Tentative Timeline

1. Community Engagement 2. Tufts Strategic Advocacy Report - June 3. Feasibility Study/Concept Design - Summer 4. Ownership Agreement 5. Design, Funding, & Permitting 6. Construction

Breakout Discussion Topics 6:45- 7:30

• Asset & Needs Mapping
• Path Design
• Implementation
• Outreach Strategy