MTGA Trails Toolkit

This presentation was given at the Genesee Regional Trails and Greenways Summit in January 2008. This summit was presented by the Genesee Regional Trail Council.

A collection of trail use and user surveys primarily throughout Michigan.

Safety and security are major concerns for visitors to all types of parks, including linear parks and trails within more traditional parks. Concerns about safety and security, especially those voiced by adjacent residents, often form the core of arguments against the acquisition or development of trails. They also may be challenges for continuing trail operation and management.