The Carpinteria Architectural Review Board recently approved plans for the $2-million Franklin Creek trail that aims to provide a safer path to Aliso Elementary School.
With the goal to improve accessibility, the project will resurface the path and add fencing on the east side of Franklin Creek between Carpinteria Avenue and Seventh Street. Construction is expected to start early next year and be completed by June 2026, according to the city.
“It’s a fine project, it’s been a long time coming,” said board member Richard Johnson at an Oct. 16 board meeting…