Trail connection proposal from Omaha to Lincoln put on pause

LOUISVILLE, Neb. (KMTV) — The Mopac East Connector Trail project was originally approved in November. Last week, the Cass County Board put it on pause. Some want it and some don’t, were hearing their thoughts on the project.

  • Commissioner Dan Stohlmann told us that “Route D,” which runs along the west side of 334th Street, is not the best option. Those who live along the road agree.
  • Trail advocates have been trying to complete this project for years. Avid cyclist Mike McGee says the decision to postpone the project was a shock.
  • The next county board meeting is set for April 22nd, where the board will vote on approving a route then.

BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT: Plans for a proposed bike route in Cass County have changed. I’m Jill Lamkins in Louisville on 334th St., the road that could connect Omaha to Lincoln for bikers, walkers, and runners.

The Mopac East Connector Trail project was originally approved in November, but the Cass County Board of Commissioners put the project on pause last week.

Commissioner Dan Stohlmann told us that “Route D,” which runs along the west side of 334th Street, is not the best option. Those who live along the road agree…

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