Hi Di. You, and many others, have expressed a desire for a connection to the trail over the bridge. We are working closely with The City to discuss the trail and any changes that are to be made.
What kinds of trail amenities would make walking, biking, running, etc. more accessible and enjoyable along our proposed River Walk Pathway?
The trail is suppose to be for walking only, signs state no bike riding. But many do ride bikes, and skate board . Co urbanize needs to clarify with city and Rail Trail committee criteria of usage.
Hi Elishia - a number of other comments also address a potential walking bridge across the river. We are certainly taking this into consideration in conversations with the City!
Are there any specific goods or services you currently have to travel to the other side of the river, or out of town, to find that you would like to see included at this project?
As we look to add housing, retail, and open space to this area, what types of safety and accessibility improvements would you like us to consider including? (i.e. certain places for improved lighting, widened sidewalks, etc.)
A cement pad with benches for people in wheelchairs and their friends/family. Also a wheelchair accessible swing would be great
How can we improve access to and amenities along the river?
Small grassy area with CLEAR access to actually see the River ... it runs through the whole city but there are very few spots that people can actually enjoy the view. Newburyport has an amazing boardwalk....
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What kinds of trail amenities would make walking, biking, running, etc. more accessible and enjoyable along our proposed River Walk Pathway?
I think a splash pad with attached playground would be ideal. Many in the area do not have pools and there are many children who live in that area. There is a splash pad at passaqua park and it’s really...
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Elishia - thank you for your comments! We're working closely with the City of Haverhill in an effort to create a park accessible for all. We appreciate your feedback and will take all your great comments...
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What additional suggestions do you have for this project?
I think they should definitely have something similar to the Lawn on D with ring swings/ igloo spots/outdoor ice skating, along with a little quaint shopping little village a little similar to the “The...
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Spencer - thank you very much for providing all this feedback. Many other community members have expressed similar sentiments regarding the Lawn on D, a Trader Joe's and a skate park. We'll take all your...
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What kinds of trail amenities would make walking, biking, running, etc. more accessible and enjoyable along our proposed River Walk Pathway?
A skatepark could definitely help the area the one in Haverhill at cashmen park is small and doesn’t have any ramps it would be nice to do something for the community with input from local riders.
What kinds of trail amenities would make walking, biking, running, etc. more accessible and enjoyable along our proposed River Walk Pathway?
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Hi Domenic. This is a great point, and we've seen other similar comments. We'll certainly be looking into this further and appreciate you bringing it to our attention!
Hi Jamie - thank you for all your comments and your expressed interest in the project. We'll continue to provide updates here as the project moves forward, and our updates will hopefully answer all of...
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Are there any specific goods or services you currently have to travel to the other side of the river, or out of town, to find that you would like to see included at this project?
Please don't build extensively outside of the previously built on areas
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