They won’t be walking uphill both ways in the snow, however local residents — particularly children — will soon have better access to safe walking trails.
According to a release, the City of Pittsburg reviewed the condition of sidewalks and crosswalks around of Pittsburg Schools. Pittsburg Community Middle School, Westside and George Nettels were identified through the study as having a need for change.
Pittsburg City Manager Daron Hall said the city is working to make transportation safer for all residents. He said he’s thankful for the Kansas Department of Transportation and the national Safe Routes to School program. The Safe Routes to School is a program which encourages active transportation, such as walking or riding bikes, particularly to school.
Thanks to this grant the construction has began on a 10-foot trail along Broadway in front of Pittsburg Community Middle School. Director of Public Works Cameron Alden said it took the city about a year to get the KDOT grant which is making the projects possible.
(Read more: Pittsburg Morning Sun)