2016 Movers and Shakers: Connecting St. Louis

2016 Movers and Shakers: Connecting St. Louis

On November 3, Trailnet held the Movers and Shaker Gala: Connecting St. Louis, at the Majorette in Maplewood.  It was a rousing success, with over 300 people were in attendance.  Trailnet unveiled our new vision: protected on-street bikeways that connect business districts, institutions of higher education, arts, cultural, heritage, and entertainment centers. Trailnet will spearhead the master planning initiative.

Emcee Jessica Eiland, President of Northside Community Housing, was on hand to introduce keynote speaker Brian Payne. Payne founded The Indianapolis Cultural Trail on which Trailnet’s project is modeled.  The Indianapolis Cultural Trail has received international acclaim as a transformative endeavor that is changing the way we think of cities and quality of life. Trailnet seeks to connect St. Louis with a collaborative planning process identifying preliminary routes by gathering input from project partners.  The ultimate goal will bolster economic development and improve public health while elevating equity and access for all users.