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Shared Trail Station Proposal Shared Trail Station Proposal March 2008 Paradise Path ---PAGE BREAK--- Committee Goals Committee Goals Develop Develop consistent thematic design Consider trail improvements & amenities Identify mechanisms for donor recognition Provide cost estimates & consider funding sources Make recommendations about a shared Latah Trail-Paradise Path trail station ---PAGE BREAK--- Objectives Objectives Safety Safety Multiple-use Universal access Stakeholder interests Function and aesthetics Link trail networks Cost ---PAGE BREAK--- Site Location On the Paradise Path near the intersection of Highway 8 and Blaine Street, in front of the old Tidymans store (now an NRS warehouse) . ---PAGE BREAK--- Themes ---PAGE BREAK--- Themes ---PAGE BREAK--- Themes ---PAGE BREAK--- Themes ---PAGE BREAK--- Palouse to Pines ---PAGE BREAK--- Findings Findings Evolution of theme: Evolution of theme: “Palouse to Pines” Engaging trail users in the dynamics of change Cost considerations Rationale for a shared trailhead Purpose & function of landmark structure, meeting place & connection between trails Site identification ---PAGE BREAK--- Forms ---PAGE BREAK--- Forms ---PAGE BREAK--- Forms ---PAGE BREAK--- Placement ---PAGE BREAK--- Placement ---PAGE BREAK--- Arrangement Centered - Chipman Removed Off-set - Proposed ---PAGE BREAK--- Arrangement Off-set - Enlarged “eddy” ---PAGE BREAK--- Site Placement ---PAGE BREAK--- Site Criteria Site Criteria Apparent t Apparent trail interchange & connection Visibility Vehicular access/parking Event staging User/vehicle conflicts Sight lines Utility access Universal accessibility ---PAGE BREAK--- Event Staging ---PAGE BREAK--- Site Location In front of the old Tidyman’s store (now an NRS warehouse), by the intersection of Highway 8 and Blaine Street. ---PAGE BREAK--- Placement ---PAGE BREAK--- Site Location View to the East ---PAGE BREAK--- Site Design ---PAGE BREAK--- of Solution of Solution Hon Honor & celebrate: – Arts – Agriculture – Forestry Catalyst for community activities Potential for support/donation Excellent donor recognition Fosters local business Affordable, locally available materials Durable & functional Recognizable landmark with vernacular forms ---PAGE BREAK--- Proposal Proposal Latah Trail Foundat Latah Trail Foundation, Latah County, Paradise Path Task Force, and City of Moscow work together to establish shared trailhead Site funded through grants and private donations, & owned and maintained by the City County and City develop marketing strategy & shared use agreement for special events Include nearby businesses in discussions & planning Establish realistic timeframe for fundraising & construction Proposal to serve as a model for future discussions with Troy on Eastern Trailhead