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Open Space Committee advances Marshview and McLaren trail improvements; approves interim map purchase
Summary
The Open Space Committee discussed loop marking on the Marshview Trail, a cleared tree on the McLaren Trail, and planned site measurements for access improvements; the committee recorded a motion to purchase 100 interim trail maps for $56 (vote tally not recorded).
Committee member Lucy Abisalih reported that members and volunteer Tim Simmons walked and marked loop routes on the Marshview Trail on March 22, and the committee discussed adding tree-identification markers, placing a bench at the viewpoint, and installing a marker naming the former homestead owner whose stone foundation is visible. Sandra Venner will research the homestead owner's name, and Abisalih said she will scout a loop location at the other end of the trail.
The Department of Public Works removed a newly fallen tree that had been blocking the McLaren Trail, restoring access to that route, the minutes say. Abisalih told the committee she has met with two representatives of NE Trail Works to discuss improving access to the McLaren Trail at Church Street and Harriman Road; the firm will take measurements next week and return recommendations and estimated costs.
On budget matters, Sandra Venner and Mary Glennon made and seconded a motion authorizing Sue Simmons to spend $56 to purchase 100 interim McLaren and Marshview trail maps to be used until new trails are marked. The minutes record the motion and second; a vote tally or final vote result for this motion is not recorded in the minutes.
The committee identified short-term steps to keep trails open and better signed while longer improvements are scoped: DPW removal of the fallen tree, NE Trail Works measurements, research into bench and signage placement, and distribution of interim maps until permanent signage and reroutes are implemented.
Next steps: NE Trail Works is expected to provide measurements and a cost estimate; the interim maps will be distributed until the committee implements permanent trail markings and signage.
