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Shawnee unveils two Rail Creek Park master-plan options, highlighting mountain biking and cyclocross
Summary
Parks and Recreation Director Tanya Lehi and vendor Vario presented an update on the Rail Creek Park master plan Nov. 10, sharing survey results and two options: permanent amenities on the west side near Woodland Drive and bicycle-sports facilities (including cyclocross) on the east side; the plan will return to council in early 2026.
Parks and Recreation Director Tanya Lehi and the city's vendor, Vario, presented an update on the Rail Creek Park master plan to the Shawnee City Council Nov. 10. They reviewed an online survey that identified community preferences for park amenities, including mountain biking and nature trails.
Vario presented two concept options: both include permanent park amenities and structures on the west side of the parkland adjacent to Woodland Drive, and both dedicate the east side to bicycle sports and trails, with design elements that could support cyclocross events. The vendor also outlined next steps in the planning process and said the council would see the master plan again in early 2026.
The transcript does not include cost estimates, construction schedules, or a preferred alternative; it records only the presentation of the survey results and concept options. Staff indicated additional public engagement and planning steps will occur before the council considers a final plan.
