Mission: To partner with surrounding municipalities, Montgomery County and the State of Pennsylvania to provide the residents of and visitors to Trappe Borough with the ability to safely walk and/or bike to existing/new trails, open spaces, parks, historical buildings, businesses, school and other communities through the use of existing and/or new sidewalks, walking trails, roads and cross-walks. Partnerships will enhance all grant applications.
The Case for a Walkable Community
- Health benefits/reduced healthcare costs
- Environmental benefits (reduced negative impact on environment)
- Promotes safe travel for pedestrians and bicyclists
- Identified as a high priority for Trappe residents (based on 3 prior surveys)
- Potentially reduces traffic congestion
- Potentially increases economic development
Municipalities in PA who have Excellent Walkable Communities:
- Skippack, Doylestown, Manayunk, Mt. Lebanon, Glenside, Chestnut Hill
Walkable Community Committee Scope and Action Steps
- Scope: Sidewalks, hiking, road shoulders, walking & exercising trails, bicycle routes/lanes
- Collect feedback from Trappe Borough Council members, the Mayor, residents and businesses
- Assess current state for additional opportunities. Conduct a community walkability audit.Initial list of specific goals (committee)
- Initial prioritization of specific goals (committee)
- Develop Walkable Community action plan
- Secure approval of Trappe Borough Council to proceed on next steps
- Determine planning and funding opportunities (Montgomery county, State, orgs, etc.)
- Develop a recommended pedestrian and bicycle plan based on opportunities, benefits and risks (including projected timing, phases and cost).
- Finalize actions plan including volunteer and funding sources
