Syracuse Mayor Walsh has announced two public meetings to gather community input on the third phase of the Creekwalk Extension project. The first meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, at the Southwest Community Center in Syracuse, New York, starting at 6 p.m. The second meeting will take place on Thursday, May 15, at the Cecile Community Center, also beginning at 6 p.m.
“The Onondaga Creekwalk extension represents our commitment to creating connected, accessible, and vibrant public spaces throughout Syracuse,” stated Mayor Walsh. “By expanding this trail network to our Southside and Valley neighborhoods, we are not just building infrastructure; we are strengthening community connections, promoting active transportation options, and enhancing quality of life for residents. I encourage everyone to participate in these public meetings and help shape this important project.”
The meetings will include a brief presentation followed by discussions at mapping stations where attendees can view preliminary route alternatives, review the project schedule, and provide feedback.
This project is currently in its preliminary design phase to extend the existing Onondaga Creekwalk pedestrian/bicycle trail from West Colvin Street southward for three miles to Dorwin Avenue. The current Creekwalk begins at Onondaga Lake’s shore near Destiny USA and runs 4.8 miles through Downtown before reaching West Colvin Street. The project’s goal is to create a safe pedestrian and bicycle north/south route along the Onondaga Creek Corridor that connects various city neighborhoods and destinations.
For more information or to provide online comments about the project, visit goto.syr.gov/Creekwalk-Phase3.
