Trails Working Group

Charge
The Trails Working Group is an ad-hoc sub-committee of the Sustainability Committee. The sub-committee is established to advise, support, and collaborate with the Town of Pound Ridge in the planning, stewardship, and promotion of a safe, accessible, and well- maintained trail network for public use and enjoyment. The committee is committed to enhancing community wellness, outdoor recreation, environmental awareness, and conservation.

Committee Structure & Operation

Members:
Nicole Shaffer, Chair
Jane Holmes and Gayle Reichler, Sustainability Committee
Max Mosolino and Joe Virgilio, Old Pound Road Committee
Jerry Rosenthal, Conservation Board
Recreation Commission, Colette Dow
Pound Ridge Land Conservancy – TBD
Susan Grissom, Pound Ridge Partnership
1 at-large member  - TBD

Meetings:
Meeting frequency will be determined by the chair depending upon the workload. Meetings will be publicly noticed and conducted in accordance with New York State Open Meeetings Law. Minutes shall be recorded and made available to the public and Town Board.
 

Responsibilities:

• The Trails Working Group will coordinate and advance efforts related to the planning, development, maintenance, and promotion of an expanded trail system within the Town of Pound Ridge. The group will act as a collaborative advisory body to ensure trail initiatives align with conservation, recreation, and land-use goals of the town.

• Work collaboratively to bring the Trails Grant Project to fruition.

• Identify and prioritize future trail projects, including new trails, trail improvements, and connectivity enhancements.

• Identify and support funding opportunities, including grants, donations, or partnerships to support trail planning and maintenance.

• Ensure trail-related activities are consistent with environmental conservation and sustainability and walkability goals.

• Provide annual updates to the Town Board, including accomplishments, priorities, and long-term goals.