Individuals in Allen have the opportunity to help shape the city's future trail system.
The Allen Trails Master Plan Update survey is available on the city’s website until July 31 for individuals to provide feedback on trail development, according to a June 26 news release.
The specifics
The Allen Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with planning and engineering consulting firm Halff Associates to update the city’s trails master plan, which was last updated in 2019, per the release.
The survey is open to Allen residents as well as visitors to Allen who utilize the city's trail system, the release states.
The survey gives individuals an opportunity to provide feedback on how often they use Allen’s trails, trail conditions, trail connectivity, and priorities for future trails and trail expansions.
To participate in the survey, visit Engage Allen's website.
The context
Allen City Council approved the $150,000 contract with Halff Associates at an April 28 meeting.
The Trails Master Plan will be updated in multiple phases:
- Phase 1, May-July: Understand the current situation and gather public input.
- Phase 2, July-November: Analyze needs and identify gaps.
- Phase 3, November-February 2027: Plan the future trail system.
- Phase 4, February 2027-March 2027: Create an action plan for implementing the updated master plan.