Montgomery announces $2.4 million Riverfront Greenway Trail expansion to Shady Street Trailhead Park
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The mayor announced a $2,400,000 northward expansion of the Riverfront Greenway Trail to Shady Street Trailhead Park, saying the project will connect workers and residents and is expected to boost downtown economic activity.
Mayor (name not specified), Mayor of Montgomery City, announced a $2,400,000 northward expansion of the Riverfront Greenway Trail that will extend to Shady Street Trailhead Park.
The mayor said the extension will connect thousands of workers and residents to key destinations and help revitalize the waterfront. He said the existing trail has over 250,000 visitors annually and generates "an estimated $8 million to $9.6 million in economic impact each year," framing the project as a catalyst for economic development and downtown revitalization.
"The planned extension to Shady Street Trailhead Park underscores Montgomery's commitment to leveraging green infrastructure for sustainable, economic, environmental, and cultural benefits," the mayor said. He added the expansion aligns with goals to foster inclusive growth and build civic pride.
The transcript records the announcement and projected visitation and economic-impact figures as reported by the mayor; it does not include project schedule, funding sources beyond the headline amount, or required approvals.