Upcoming Webinar on Rails-with-Trails

Many communities across the United States recognize the benefits of developing shared use paths and other trails to make transportation network connections for bicyclists and pedestrians and to increase physical activity and improve health. A new report from the U.S. Department of Transportation, Rails-with-Trails: Best Practices and Lessons Learned, examines safety, design, and liability issues associated with the development of shared use paths and other trails adjacent to active railroad and transit rights-of-way. It explores lessons learned from the experience of rails-with-trails, and suggests best practices to enhance safety and security for railroads, transit, and trail users. During this webinar, the authors will share findings, recommendations, and lessons learned. Following the presentations, the panelists will respond to questions from webinar participants.
 
Panelists include:

• Shari Schaftlein, Director, Office of Human Environment, Federal Highway Administration
• Mike Long, Director, Regional Operations, Office of Regional Operations and Outreach, Federal Railroad Administration
• Frank Frey, General Engineer, Federal Railroad Administration
• Michail Grizkewitsch, Transportation Analyst, Federal Railroad Administration
• Jared Fijalkowski, Community Planner, U.S. DOT Volpe National Transportation Systems Center
• Kelly Pack, Senior Director of Trail Development, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy
• Christopher Douwes, Community Planner, Federal Highway Administration