Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed says two Rhode Island bike paths are receiving federal funding.
Nearly seven-million dollars has been earmarked for the Woonasquatucket River Greenway and the Washington Secondary Bike Path.
“The long and winding road is about to get a bit longer, smother, safer, and more connected thanks to these federal funds and the tireless advocacy of the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council. The bike path is for everyone and it promotes healthy living. Whether you are a cyclist commuting to work or a pedestrian out for a stroll, we want to ensure our bike paths serve the community and are integrated into the state’s plans for an efficient multi-modal transportation system and future growth. The Watershed Council has worked for years to bring the community together and lay the groundwork for these projects and I am pleased to support their efforts with this federal funding,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, who secured the funding for these bike path projects as part of the fiscal year 2022 appropriations law.
Reed's office says the two trails, which currently span 26 miles, will be extended as a result.
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