Item:
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Durham-to-Roxboro Rail Trail Plan Preliminary Findings Update (45min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: April 7, 2025
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to receive a presentation on the Durham-to-Roxboro Rail Trail Plan.
The Durham-to-Roxboro Rail Trail Plan, which explores the 18-mile inactive rail corridor from Downtown Durham north to the Person County line, formally kicked-off in October 2024. The first round of public engagement and research and analysis is now complete. Destination by Design, the project consultant lead, will present results of the community engagement planning phase and highlight preliminary findings such as key connections and potential complementary project opportunities.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Durham County Strategic Goal: Regional Leadership
Resource Persons: Ellen Beckmann, AICP, Transportation Director; Brooke Roper, AICP, Transportation Planner, Eric Woolridge, Director of Planning and Business Development, Destination by Design
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board receive a presentation on the Durham-to-Roxboro Rail Trail Plan.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________