Copy this letter and paste it into this form to tell Kitchener City Council that you are against a multi-use path route that harms heritage trees and structures in Rockway Gardens:
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Dear Councillors,
I am writing to oppose the City’s preferred route (“Option A”) for a multi-use path on Floral Crescent as part of the Rockway Fairway Transportation Connections project. This route option would threaten historic trees, structures, and dedicated plantings in memory of community members, disrupt popular community spaces for events and photography, and put staff, volunteers, and visitors – who are often distracted as they explore the gardens – at risk of colliding with fast-moving cyclists, e-scooters, and e-bikes.
I urge Council to instead support GardenKitchener’s suggested alternate route, which would route the trail along the grassed area by Charles Street. This alternative achieves the City’s cycling and pedestrian goals while preserving the safety, heritage, and community value of Rockway Gardens.
Please choose a route that allows more people – including those using the multi-use path – to discover and enjoy one of Kitchener’s most historic and cherished green spaces.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]