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34 <br /> Themes for each principle, along with the top- <br /> aligned segments selected by participants, are <br /> summarized below. We heard... <br /> g Reflect Local Character 96 Being able to travel on <br /> Top segment: Carrboro to Hillsborough (Road foot or bicycle from <br /> route via Old NC 86) Hillsborough to Chapel Hill <br /> • Rural landscapes, creek corridors, preserves would be a game changer. <br /> • Conservation and protected natural areas <br /> • Sensitivity near private rural homes and creeks —Survey Participant <br /> t Advance Access& Equity <br /> Top segment: UNC Campus to University Station <br /> (Rail to Trail via NCRR CoGen Line) DRAFTTRAIL NETWORK FEEDBACK <br /> • Convenient access for rural residents Participants also had the opportunity to provide <br /> • Connections to historically underserved areas feedback on the proposed draft trail network, <br /> • Inclusive for all ages and abilities which was shown on a map during the workshops, <br /> at pop up events, and in the survey. Feedback <br /> 0 Prioritize user safety centered on the following three themes: <br /> Top segment: UNC Campus to University Station <br /> (Rail to Trail via NCRR CoGen Line) What Excited People <br /> • Separation from traffic / no shoulder-walking Strong support for MST continuity and <br /> • Protected crossings completing the missing links <br /> • Lighting, call boxes, and visibility Enthusiasm for town connectivity, especially <br /> • Etiquette, rules, or shared-use norms Chapel Hill and Carrboro to Hillsborough <br /> • Interest in longer, quiet, nature-based routes <br /> A Expand Travel Options Appreciation for linking existing community <br /> Top segment: Carrboro to Hillsborough (Road points of interest <br /> route via Old NC 86) <br /> • Town-to-town connectivity Common Questions <br /> • Low stress, non-motorized mobility options . Will road routes be side paths, bike lanes, or <br /> • Emphasis on separated, comfortable routes separated greenways? <br /> • Will the network coordinate with the Bicycle & <br /> CQ7 Cultivate Community Wellness Pedestrian Plan and neighboring county plans? <br /> Top segment: Seven Mile Creek Natural Area to How will safety be handled on active rail <br /> Hillsborough Riverwalk (Nature trail) corridors, major roadways, and crossings? <br /> • Immersion in nature and quiet settings What surface materials, lighting, and <br /> • Mental health and stress-reduction benefits wayfinding strategies will be used? <br /> • Preference for nature trails over road routes <br /> • Support for walking, running, and gathering Key Concerns <br /> • Safety on roads without separation from traffic <br /> Design for Longevity Potential impacts to creeks and native plants <br /> Top segment: Carrboro to Hillsborough (Road Privacy and proximity concerns along certain <br /> route via Old NC 86) corridors <br /> • Drainage, flooding, and erosion concerns Long-term trail maintenance needs <br /> • Durable materials and sustainable maintenance <br /> Draft Orange County Trails Plan 31 <br />