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Northend Greenway Brochure
Northend Greenway Brochure
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Get outside!
Contact us!
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HARRISONBURGS
NEW COMMUNITY PROJECT 715 N MAIN STREET HARRISONBURG VA 22802 (540) 433-2363 contact@northendgreenway.org northendgreenway.org facebook.com/northendgreenway
cover photo: Thanh H. Dang; logo design: Jon M. Styer
A beautiful, accessible, and safe path for bicyclists and pedestrians in Harrisonburg
whh factt s a re t e a ?
1.6 miles of paved path through residential neighborhoods and undeveloped land Directly accessible to 30% of Harrisonburg residents
(US Census, 2010)
6 out of 10 voters I talk to want safer ways to bike and walk around Harrisonburg
t he vision
The Northend Greenway will be an attractive and safe bicycle and pedestrian path connecting north end and Park View neighborhoods with the downtown district, easily accessible to children, families, and all residents.
the mission
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whh g r e e n w a y ? t e y
Develops the citys bike and pedestrian infrastructure Provides access to public green space in areas without nearby city parks Connects neighborhoods with downtown businesses Supports healthy and safe transportation choices
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Gives children and families safe and naturally beautiful spaces for recreation Proven to increase neighborhood safety and residents neighborliness Encourages appreciation for the natural world
The Northend Greenway models accessible and attractive public infrastructure that enable affordable, healthy, sustainable, and safe transportation options in Harrisonburg.
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