A public input session about walking and biking in Mattapoisett will be held on October 8 at 6:30 pm at Center School Cafeteria. People of all ages and abilities who use public ways, including walkers, wheelers of all types, and motorists are invited to give their input into the draft Mattapoisett Municipal Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan.
Program description: 6:30 pm – Introductions and brief overview of the purpose of a Municipal Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan; 6:40 pm – Break into four small groups to discuss walking/wheeling experience on public ways in four sections of our town: 1) north of I-195; 2) south of I-195 and west of River Road; 3) south of I-195 and East of Church Street extension; and 4) south of I-195 between River Road and Church Street Extension. People will be asked to mark large maps with their primary destinations, favorite routes, and areas that they consider hazardous for walkers, bikers. Separate comment sheets will be provided for participants to make specific written notes. At a future date, a separate meeting will specifically address the Route 6 Business District.
At 7:00 pm, the group will come together for a brief information session about various projects including Bike Path planning. This will be followed by a “priorities setting” discussion. The public input session should conclude by 7:30 pm.