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City approves Highland Way greenway construction to improve neighborhood pedestrian safety
Summary
The commission awarded an $818,800 contract to build an 8‑foot multi‑use greenway along Highland Way connecting Small House Road and Nashville Road, including ADA ramps and drainage work; staff emphasized safety for schoolchildren and neighborhood connectivity.
Bowling Green commissioners approved a construction contract on March 17 to build the Highland Way greenway, a roughly 4,100 linear‑foot, 8‑foot‑wide multi‑use path between Nashville Road and Small House Road that will connect two existing greenways and improve pedestrian safety.
Public works staff recommended Infinity Pipeline for the construction contract (bid number 202633) in the amount not to exceed $818,800. The scope includes ADA‑compliant ramps, drainage improvements, sod restoration, limited tree work and traffic control. Staff said most of the path fits within right‑of‑way but noted some temporary or permanent easements were necessary in places where the path must jog off the right‑of‑way.
Why it matters: commissioners highlighted the neighborhood safety benefits for children awaiting buses and residents who currently must walk near a busy corridor. Several commissioners framed the project as a key connector to give residents access to parks without driving.
Implementation and design details: staff clarified the distinction between a greenway/multi‑use path and a sidewalk (width and multi‑use design) and said an 8‑foot width is the project minimum. City engineering staff will manage construction and easement acquisitions as needed.
Next steps: with the contract approved by unanimous roll call, staff will schedule construction, manage easements and communicate detours or temporary access changes to neighborhood residents.
