Welcome to Granger Paths!

  

Who We Are

We are a group of Granger residents ready and willing to work further this vision of a connected community. Anyone is welcome to participate in any way to help towards reaching this goal. You contact us with comments and discuss the project and possibilities by using the form on the Contact page. You can become involved for a specific part of the project or you can be in it for the long term (which could span several years).

This group originated with the Granger Community Planning Council (GCPC) -- a number of Granger residents working withe Councilman Dale Devon to define a vision for Granger. Any Granger resident is welcome to attend GCPC meetings and be a part of this group.

Plan

There are a number of things that need to happen in our community before any pathways can be planned and built. These include:

  • Survey our community for interest and ideas
  • Map out the possibilities for paths
  • Determine the feasibility of proposed paths
  • Keep our community involved and informed
Obtain financial funding to carry out the project by:
  • Applying for grants from private, state, and federal agencies.
  • Fundraising events including annual 5k Run/Walk and planning a future capital fundraising program.
  • Collaborating with county, state and federal officials.
  • Building on current support of community residents and businesses.

Mission

Friends of Granger Paths advocates for the development of community-wide pedestrian pathways. Educate the public about the health, community building, and environmental benefits of thes amenities.

Vision

Friends of Granger Paths envisions a community that is multi-modal, where drivers always respect pedestrians, runners, bicyclists, and where any member of the community, especially children, can walk safety to their destination.

Friends of Granger Paths values:

  • a public realm that welcomes people of all ages and physical abilities
  • connectivity between neighborhoods and subdivisions
  • vital downtown and neighborhood areas
  • public spaces that promote human interaction
  • street designs that balance the needs of all users and rewards walking and biking

Tax Exempt

Friends of Granger Paths have been approved for 501(c) (3) status and any contribution you make are tax deductible within limits of the law.

Capital Campaign

Get Up & Go!

Biking – Running – Strolling

Granger Paths

Because of your support we are trilled to announce that FGP, through the cooperation of the County, has been awarded a TE (Transportation Enhancements) grant for the first phase of the Adams Road Multiuse Pathway (from Mary Frank School to Elm Road) A TE Grant is an 80/20 grant which means the federal government will contribute 80% and we must match with 20%. We would appreciate your time and talents as well as your financial contributions.

Why donate?

Click here to learn more about multiuse pathways and the support that is needed in Connecting Michiana, one multiuse path at a time...

 

This map shows proposed routes and are subject to change as we work with citizens of the community and our government partners. We anticipate having a public meeting to discuss additions or proposals after the first of the year. Please watch for details to come in the future.
 
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Next Committee Meeting will be held at:

Tuesday, April , 2010

6:30 pm

Harris Branch Library, 51446 Elm Rd., Granger, IN

All are encouraged and welcome to attend. Consider representing your Homeowner's Association at our meeting to spread the word!

 

View upcoming meetings by clicking on the calendar

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Friends of Granger Paths, P.O. Box 306, Granger, IN 46530

grangerpaths@gmail.com