METACOMET GREENWAY
A PROPOSED 17 MILE RAIL TRAIL EXTENDING FROM WALPOLE TO NORTH ATTLEBORO MA.
METACOMET GREENWAY
A PROPOSED 17 MILE RAIL TRAIL EXTENDING FROM WALPOLE TO NORTH ATTLEBORO MA.
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FAQ (SEE DOWNLOADS FOR MORE FAQ)
Where will the trail be built?
While we aim to be true to the former rail corridor, it will take detailed feasibility studies to determine the actual route of the trail.
Do you have a map of the trail?
We are in the very early stages of this LONG term project. There will be many factors, most of which are unknown at this time that will impact the actual route. Please see the downloadable version of our map down below!
How will it affect my property/community?
We aim to work with all trail neighbors to provide them the privacy they deserve, and the community access to a greenway space we can all be proud of.
How can I get involved? What can I do to help?
The easiest way to help is to spread the word to friends, neighbors and family members to support our efforts (like our social media pages! ). This is a community project and we'll need the support of our community to accomplish any of our goals!
Who will have access to the trail?
Most shared-use paths (multi-purpose trails) are facilities for non-motorized users that are independently aligned and not necessarily associated with parallel roadways. Shared use paths are designed to accommodate a variety of users, including walkers, bicyclists, joggers, people with disabilities, skaters, pets and sometimes equestrians. These users can be on the facility for a variety of purposes including recreation, commuting, and local travel.
Norfolk Residents in regards to the November 2023 Town Meeting Article:
Background: to this date, the town has approved $50,000 from the Community Preservation Fund (May, 2021) to complete a comprehensive feasibility study for the proposed Metacomet Greenway. The feasibility study was presented to the town in a community public workshop on May 26, 2022. Since that time, conversations have advanced with bordering towns Walpole and Wrentham to ensure connection points and access to the proposed trail in adjacent towns.
Last month, the town, and the Metacomet Greenway Association were approached regarding a pilot grant program from the Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization. This is a rare opportunity to secure funding for a large portion of the proposed project.
What exactly is the grant program?
A $4 million program with applications launching in November 2023 to fund design costs for new projects all the way to design completion, with the intent that once a project gets funded for design and hits 25% it would then "roll over" for potential construction.
What's included in the design?
The portion being discussed would provide design and future construction from the S.M. Lorusso Fields in Walpole, through Norfolk, and connect to the Rice Complex in Wrentham.
What happens to the money if the project isn't selected?
The town would use the funds to pay for the design firm to file the project with MassDOT. All other funds would not be touched.
Where does the money come from? Will my taxes increase?
The funds being requested would again come from the Community Preservation Fund, which has been and continues to raise money through the imposition of a surcharge of tax against real property. Unlike the new Fire station, or proposed school projects, the article would not impact or increase your taxes. In fact, the idea of the CPA is to support projects exactly like this one!
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Metacomet Greenway Association, Inc.
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Metacomet Greenway Association, Inc. (MGA) is a charitable organization exempt from taxation under section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (Tax ID: 87-0882578)