Committee members and Public Works staff discussed several infrastructure changes intended to improve trail connectivity and safety, including more pedestrian or horse‑friendly bridges over canals, solar‑powered flashing crossing signs, road surface treatments for horse crossings and small trailer parking or pullouts.

"I would like to see a few more... pedestrian or horse friendly bridges over canals," said Greg (committee member), who described a drive‑around that showed multiple canal banks that could be used for trails. Public Works staff cautioned that engineering standards and maintenance access drive bridge dimensions. "The pipe would probably end up happening at the minimum of 20 footer... most of ours are 40 foot wide," Craig Lauer said, noting standards for main canals and the need to consult engineering staff for nonstandard designs.

Members discussed solar‑powered flashing signs at key intersections where trails or horse crossings meet busy roads. One committee member said the existing solar horse crossing light had been seen to flash only rarely and suggested future crossings use conspicuous warning lights; the committee also discussed whether lights should be yellow (caution) rather than red (stop).

The group described a practice used in nearby Wellington to improve horse crossings: a light milling of the asphalt to provide better traction for horses. "They brought in a, like, a little Miller machine, and it roughed up the asphalt so they can cross it easier," a committee member said.

Members also raised trailhead amenities such as small shelters, picnic tables, trash cans, and limited trailer parking or pull‑over areas so users traveling with horse trailers can access trails. Staff noted a lack of town‑owned land for parking or facilities in many areas and said some corridors border private property — notably Westlake — which would require permissions or interlocal agreements for trail access.

No formal approvals were made; staff were asked to consult engineering standards and property owners and report back on feasibility, cost and permitting requirements.