Sanibel’s 23-mile Shared-Use Path System, frequently referred to as one of the “crown jewels” of the Island, is a unique recreational resource and also provides residents and visitors with an important non-motorized transportation option for getting around the Island. The Sanibel Trails In Motion Fund supports the path system.
How You Can Help:
The Sanibel Trails In Motion Fund is managed by the Southwest Florida Community Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. To make tax-deductible contributions to the Sanibel Trails In Motion Fund, please mail your donations to:
Sanibel Trails In Motion Fund Southwest Florida Community Foundation 8771 College Parkway, Bldg 2, Suite 201 Ft. Myers, FL 33919
For more information on contributions by credit card, please visit the website at http://www.floridacommunity.com. For donation of appreciated securities, please call 239-274-5900.
Purpose of the Fund:
The Sanibel Trails In Motion Fund was started by the Sanibel Bicycle Club with two key goals:
Accomplishments:
In 2005 the Sanibel Trails In Motion Fund joined with the City of Sanibel to fund development of a Master Plan for the Shared-Use Path System. The Master Plan was adopted by the City Council in April, 2009. The focus of the Sanibel Trails In Motion Fund has now shifted toward implementing the projects identified in the Master Plan.
Sanibel Trails In Motion Fund’s next project will be to help fund extension of the path on the west end of Sanibel, from Pine Avenue to the Blind Pass bridge. Completion of the path in this area will remove a significant safety hazard for walkers and cyclists using the path to reach Turner Beach or to go to Captiva Island. Trails In Motion will contribute $5,000, adding to the City of Sanibel’s $58,000 for this project. This will be the first new section of path on Sanibel since 1996 and should be completed during 2011.
Sanibel Trails in Motion is the major funding source for the construction during 2011 of a Path Welcoming Center to be located alongside of Periwinkle Way between the Shell Shop and Huxter's. The facility will provide rest amenities including shade, drinking fountain and benches; and will include signage providing information regarding local ecology, the Rutland historical home site, path system maps and directions to Island locations. Sanibel Trails in Motion is providing approximately $25,000 for this project.
Future Projects:
Several projects that would improve the safety and enhance the experience of path users were identified in the Master Plan, including path widening in certain areas, path extensions, wayfinding signage, and rest areas. Sanibel Trails In Motion Fund resources will be used as leverage to help accomplish these path improvements, combined with funds from other sources such as City budgets, private partnerships and grants from foundations and federal and state entities.
Thank you for your support. |