Arlington's outdoor enthusiasts may soon get an upgrade to their hiking and biking experiences. The Arlington Parks and Recreation Department is set to hold a public meeting to gather community feedback on a proposed overhaul of the local trail system. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 6, at Glenn Harmon Elementary School. It aims to address the revamping of trails in south Arlington's F.J. "Red" Kane Park, Rush Creek Linear Park, and the O.W. Fannin Natural Area.

Plans are on the table to formally partner with the Dallas Off-Road Bicycle Association (DORBA), to not only update the trails for safety but also to make them mixed-use for both walkers and mountain bikers. Additionally, the installation of 911 location signage is part of the safety enhancements under consideration. Arlington Parks and Recreation has indicated that this collaboration aims to improve and maintain the trails in a statement obtained by Arlington Parks and Recreation's Facebook page.

Those unable to attend the meeting have the opportunity to have their voices heard. The department encourages interested parties to reach out with their thoughts on the trail enhancements. The point of contact is Michael Debrecht, who can be reached either by email at [email protected] or by phone at 817-459-5499 for those wishing to provide input outside of the public meeting context.

This initiative underscores the city's commitment to bolstering outdoor recreational facilities and cautiously promoting physical activity among its residents. If executed according to plan, these upgraded pathways could potentially offer an improved experience for the city's nature enthusiasts and fitness buffs alike, according to Arlington Parks and Recreation.