When asked, citizens and visitors of Raleigh are quick to talk about their love for our greenway system — and for good reason. It’s more than a network of trails. It’s part of who we are.
With 130 miles of connected greenways in Raleigh and over 250 miles throughout Wake County, our system has become a defining feature of the city, shaping our quality of life, our environment and even our reputation as one of America’s most livable communities.
Having spent more than 30 years as a greenway advocate, I’ve had countless conversations with homeowners uneasy about a proposed greenway near their neighborhoods. My message is always the same: you really do want this new greenway — you just don’t realize it yet. The current discussion around the proposed Big Branch Greenway is a perfect example…