Three days of talking trails, learning from others' work, and deepening partnerships left attendees proclaiming our first-ever Mid-Atlantic Greenways & Trails Summit a success. "Thank you, @ECGreenway & other presenters and organizers," tweeted attendee Tony Goodman as he made his way home to Washington, DC. "I'm ready & inspired to continue our work for more & better trails." A panel of local Circuit Trails leaders and advocates opened our program Thursday evening, followed by a keynote address Friday morning from Mitchell Silver, parks commissioner for New York City. Dozens of breakout sessions filled the day, and at lunch we rolled out a new report quantifying the impact of completing the East Coast Greenway in the Greater Philadelphia region.
Read moreCompleting the East Coast Greenway in the Delaware River Watershed would generate an impact of more than $3 billion in public health, environmental and economic benefits for greater Philadelphia, according to a study unveiled at the inaugural Mid-Atlantic Greenways & Trails Summit in Philadelphia. The study was conducted by consulting firms NV5 and Econsult Solutions, Inc., on behalf of the East Coast Greenway Alliance.
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The Summit offered a full day of workshops, panels, and keynote along with biking, walking, and bus tour mobile workshops. Thanks to all who shared their expertise, experiences, and insights.
Paul Santoleri and Beth Clevenstine know how greenways, like public art, can transform communities and encourage interaction and pride. With a recent project on Philadelphia’s Manayunk Towpath, they’ve seen art and trails help a community reclaim its open space.
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