HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES-2020-034 Resolution supporting the formation of the Triangle Trails Initiative RES - 202M34
ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE FORMATION OF THE TRIANGLE
TRAILS INITIATIVE
WHEREAS , Orange County , North Carolina is committed to maintaining and enhancing the
quality of life for residents throughout the region and recognizes that the " Triangle Trails
Initiative " will contribute to quality of life by weaving together community and regional assets
via a network of trails and greenways ; and
WHEREAS , the " Triangle Trails Initiative " recommends linking trails and greenways together,
across a multi - county regional landscape , gaining cooperation of public and private sector
interests that encourage collaboration ; and to create a network that will , in the long term , provide
transportation , exercise , leisure , safety , accessibility , recreation , community and economic
benefits aimed at enhancing the quality of life ; and
WHEREAS , many communities , agencies , and trail advocates in the region have taken a lead in
planning and building local trails and greenways , and those efforts can be greatly enhanced by
being connected to a larger regional network of trails ; and
WHEREAS , trails and their green landscape areas help improve the quality of the air we breathe
by preserving trees and vegetation , by promoting reduce congestion through non -motorized
transportation , and enhance the quality of our water through natural buffers mitigating the
impacts of storm water run- off; and
WHEREAS , trails and greenways are freely accessible community assets offering opportunities
for transportation , recreation and exercise to everyone , including children and families , providing
safe places for county residents to experience a sense of community , celebrate our history and
culture , and create stronger social ties ; and
WHEREAS , trails have significant impact on the health and economic viability of the region
encouraging active lifestyles , increased levels of tourism , enhanced property values , added jobs ,
as well as enhanced ability to attract and retain businesses to the region due to improved quality
of life ; and
WHEREAS , the " Triangle Trails Initiative " provides the foundation for a long term strategy that
will continue to grow and to provide an invaluable resources for our children , grandchildren and
great grandchildren ;
NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , that we , the Orange County Board of
Commissioners , do hereby resolve to support the concept of working within a regional
framework to plan , design , develop and link protected undeveloped landscapes and natural
resources by endorsing the " Triangle Trails Initiative . " 0 W j
This , the 2 " d day of June , 2020 .
Penny Rich , Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST :
Donna Baker , Clerk to the Board