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ITEM: 2025 Equestrian Trails Circulation Master Plan
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PUBLIC HEARING: No QUASI-JUDICIAL: No
SUMMARY: The Equestrian Preservation Element in Wellington's Comprehensive Plan establishes the Equestrian Preserve Area (EPA) with specific goals and objectives to enhance the equestrian lifestyle. The Element also identifies an equestrian trails circulation plan as a key component within the Equestrian Preserve Area (EPA) to improve safety of both motorists and equestrians. In recognition of the importance of equestrian trails circulation plan, the Element established policies for the regular review and update of the circulation plan.
The Equestrian Trails Circulation Master Plan programs capital improvements that improve equestrian safety and mobility. Various Wellington departments continue to evaluate the mobility system, evaluate pathway improvements, review trail usage and conditions, highlight points of improvements, and develop a list of capital projects with cost and implications time frames. Staff is seeking a recommendation from the Equestrian Preserve Committee to approve the plan for Wellington Council to adopt the plan.