Northampton advances multiple bicycle and pedestrian capital projects.
Northampton Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee receives infrastructure project updates. The subcommittee received updates on multiple capital projects advancing during its March 25 meeting, with Department of Public Works Director Donna LaScaleia reporting on a separated bicycle path on Elm Street
Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee · Meeting of March 25, 2026
Northampton Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee receives infrastructure project updates. The subcommittee received updates on multiple capital projects advancing during its March 25 meeting, with Department of Public Works Director Donna LaScaleia reporting on a separated bicycle path on Elm Street with construction mobilizing March 26, SUP bridge repairs along Route 10, and sidewalk studies on Bridge Road. Office of Planning and Sustainability Director Carolyn Misch announced a pedestrian bridge under construction on Old Wilson Avenue and design work for Norwottuck Rail Trail connections funded by a MassTrails grant.
Residents raised concerns about design adequacy and safety on Franklin Street, Woodlawn Avenue, Massasoit Street, Prospect Avenue, and near the King Street bicycle tunnel.
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Source: the Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee meeting of March 25, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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