kingston greenline & ulster county trails summit - parks & trails ny
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Martin Daley of Parks & Trails New York presented an overview of his organization's trail-related initiatives throughout New York State.TRANSCRIPT
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OFFICE OF THE STATE COMPTROLLERThomas P. DiNapoli, State ComptrollerSoaring Health Care Costs Highlight Need To Address Childhood ObesityOctober 2012
Why we must act today
Annually, NY’ers spend approx. $11.8 billion on
adult obesity-related health problems.
$136.3 billion over the 10-year period from 2011
to 2020
OUR VISION
New Yorkers are only minutes from a trail. Throughout the state, trails will be acknowledged as an essential and mainstream element of community infrastructure, much as utility lines and sidewalks are thought of today. Beyond its borders, New York will be recognized as one of the most trail-rich and trail-friendly states and will attract visitors from across the nation and abroad to experience the historic communities and varied and beautiful landscapes accessible through the state’s trail network.
SPECIFIC GOALS
1. A statewide, interconnected network of trails
2. Additional funding for trails & trails organizations
3. Close the Gaps – Complete the Canalway Trail System
4. Greater visibility & level of support for trails in New York State
5. Greater encouragement & support for trail volunteers
HOW WE ACHIEVE THOSE GOALS1. Develop roll-on service for bikes on Amtrak trains
2. Establish dedicated funding in the state budget
3. Direct 100% of the new Transportation Alternatives program funds to trails & infrastructure that support walking and bicycling.
4. Reconvene the NYS DOT bicycle-pedestrian task force.
5. Implement Complete Streets principles.
6. Provide full, dedicated, permanent funding for the LWCF
7. Highlight the health, economic, & community benefits of trails
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