Center Street Project Scope & Vibe Trail Re-evaluation

Urged council to preserve the Center Street Vibe Trail as planned to support downtown connectivity, local business success, and city credibility.

Supported the 12-foot Vibe Trail for safe east-west biking and walking, arguing that utility undergrounding provides long-term economic and safety benefits.

Former Trails Committee chair who urged council to keep the 12-foot trail and proposed forming a Vibe Committee to resolve parking and land concerns.

Urged preserving the Center Street project as planned, noting that coordinating roadway, utility, and trail construction avoids future retrofitting costs.

Speaking for the Kyle Trail Coalition, she supported preserving the Vibe Trail while exploring cost-control alternatives before cutting the connection.

Asked council to consider the historic character of Center Street and protect mature trees and landscaping from being removed by a wide trail.

A 42-year Center Street resident who opposed the 12-foot trail due to liability, congestion, and potential damage to a century-old heritage oak tree.

A 52-year resident who raised concerns about property owner liability for sidewalks and inadequate homeowner notification in historic Old Town.

Noted inconsistencies in Vibe Trail widths across the city and urged fiscal discipline and cost savings.

Argued that the Vibe Trail promotes connectivity, equity, and access for low-income residents who rely on walking and biking.

Stressed the need for the Vibe Trail to accommodate vulnerable and mobility-limited residents safely.