It looks like the push by both Parksville and Qualicum Beach Councils to look at alternate uses of the E&N Rail Corridor has gained some traction. Nanaimo City Council recently endorsed a motion to push for bike and walking paths along the entire length of the E&N Rail Corridor. The Nanaimo Mayor and Council members unanimously endorsed the motion to establish continuous public access along the entire length of the rail line.
It calls
on the Island Corridor Foundation, the non-profit group that holds stewardship
of the land, to work with local governments and First Nations to establish
better bicycle and pedestrian facilities along the route, without compromising
the possible return of passenger rail service to the corridor.
The
motion also states that the ICF seek senior government funding for biking and
walking facilities along the line.
I know there are lots of local cyclists who have a definite opinion about rail trails on the E&N Rail Corridor. How about adding your thoughts to the growing swell of interest on local Rail Trails. The more voices that are heard on this topic, the more support there will be for such an initiative.
Why not start by using the OCC Blog to share your thoughts. Just hit the Comment Icon below this post and start sharing.
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