Public meetings scheduled & survey live!
With the public process back on track, VDOT has scheduled the final round of engagement meetings for the Phase 3 assessment and has launched the online survey. This is our moment to advocate for a vision that is feasible, fiscally responsible, and results in a high-quality trail.
VDOT Public Input Meetings (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM):
Woodstock: Thursday, April 16 at Peter Muhlenberg Middle School | RSVP on Facebook
Front Royal: Thursday, April 23 at the Warren County Government Center | RSVP on Facebook
Timberville: Monday, April 28 at the Plains District Community Center | RSVP on Facebook
Seeking the Best Path Forward
Starting nearly a decade ago, communities along the corridor came together to explore how the unused corridor could serve as a public asset. We have always sought a solution based on four core objectives grounded in our values: The final project should:
Keep the corridor intact to preserve the potential for rail for future generations.
Deliver a positive economic impact for our towns and the Commonwealth.
Benefit the quality of life for all Valley residents.
Do all of this in a fiscally responsible, cost-effective way.
To date, the best option that achieves all of these aims is a 49-mile contiguous destination trail. A trail allows us to keep the corridor intact and preserve future rail potential through railbanking. It is the option most likely to support small business revitalization in our towns and, as a recreational asset, it makes the Valley a top-tier location for employers who prioritize their employees' quality of life.
Furthermore, VDOT’s Phase 3 report confirmed that a standalone trail is unarguably the most cost-effective alternative.
The upcoming meetings and survey is your chance to share your vision for the level of connectivity, accessibility, and natural beauty this corridor can deliver. We hope to see you in Woodstock, Front Royal, or Timberville this April.
