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City & county take “big strides” to boost walkability in Wimberley

Wimberley Valley Trails initiative to Improve Connectivity for all, Safety for Students

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Walkability in the Wimberley Valley is vital to residents and visitors who crave connection to eateries, natural areas, shops, groceries, schools and each other. The City of Wimberley in partnership with Hays County is gaining momentum on the Wimberley Valley Trails initiative, a multi-year vision to improve connectivity in the City and surrounding areas.

Rendering of the Wimberley Valley Trails Project Master Vision Plan connections map of future trails, sidewalks, and multi-use paths to connect points of interest and destinations in Wimberley and Woodcreek.

The vision includes a system of hike and bike trails, a variety of transportation options, and other strategies to connect people with nature and link regional points of interest in the community.

Hays County secured $971,000 in funding from the Transportation Alternatives Set-aside and Safe Routes. The County funded the planning process and design with participation from the Cities of Wimberley and Woodcreek, Wimberley ISD, the Wimberley Valley Watershed Association, Parks and Recreation Departments, and local community members.

“The realization of this project is a testament to the valuable partnerships that come together to address the issues that make the biggest impact on our community. Pedestrian safety along 2325 has always been a concern. Safely connecting our schools, Market Days, library and downtown will benefit our community for generations,” said Christine Byrne, Place Three City Council Member.

The awarded project includes construction of a 6-foot sidewalk along the west side of Carney Lane from Danforth Junior High to the south side of FM 2325 and extending east to Green Acres as an 8-foot sidewalk.

The sidewalk will then cross to the north side of FM 2325 at the signal and connect to an existing sidewalk for access to the HEB Grocery store (a total of 0.84 miles of the 1.38 mile identified as Section B Wimberley High School to Wimberly Square). All new sidewalks will be handicap accessible.

“We received great support from our partners and community on this effort. We are all very excited to secure funding for the first piece of this project that will make it safer and easier to get around while enjoying the natural beauty of our unique area. Thank you to TxDOT and the Commission,” said Lon Shell, Hays County Commissioner, Precinct 3.

From safety and accessibility to preserving natural habitats, the benefits of trails can be a source of community identity and pride. The County is presenting the Master Vision Plan to residents for discussion and adoption in early 2022.

Visit Wimberley Valley Trails to learn more about this project and to track the phases of construction.

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