Ped/Bike Crossing to Pigs Eye Presentation by the District 1 Community Council

A city on the river – but who has access??

Great River Passage Plan  More natural, more urban, more connected  A more robust trail system that provides better access to the natural environment, specifically the river  Creating a continuous recreational experience along the river corridor  Weave the Great River Park into the fabric of Saint Paul

What is missing here?  There is no direct access to Pigs Eye and the river from District 1 – only access is from the river  Underpass from Battle Creek to west side of Highway 61 feels unsafe  There is a disconnect from Battle Creek Park to Pigs Eye Natural area  “you can’t get there from here…”

What stands in our way?

The City’s Plan – part 1

City Plan part 2

Bike/Ped/(canoe…) access  A visible, safe, and universally accessible bridge over Highway 61 to Pigs Eye Lake  Open a natural resource to a diverse community that currently lacks any direct connection to the river  Connect with the Red Rock Corridor planning – transit station at Lower Afton?

The vision….

Benefits  Meets the goals of the Great River Park plan  Can connect to future transit planning for Red Rock Corridor  Provides access to a natural resource by a diverse community – enhancing livability and adding value to a currently inaccessible asset

THANK YOU!!