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MUNCIE, Ind. The Delaware County commissioners and the Delaware County Redevelopment Commission broke ground Thursday on the second phase of the Morrison Road Sidewalk Project.
The first phase of the project started out near Morrison Road; the second phase will add footpaths along the north side of McGalliard Road. The project will help tie into Ball State s trail network, as well as trails near Sugarbush Apartments and the Northest YMCA.
New construction of pathways will allow foot traffic to move safely along McGalliard Road between Tillotson and Oakwood Avenue.
It s common to see people darting across McGalliard, particularly at Walmart and the areas near Ball State s Scheumann Stadium. Traffic moves at a high rate of speed along that stretch, something both phases of the project have looked to address.
Delaware County Adding New Trail for Recreation, Safety
Delaware County officials ceremoniously broke ground on a new trail along McGalliard Road on Thursday, May 13, 2021. Photo by Intersection
May 15, 2021
By Keith Roysdon
Delaware County, IN – People who walk, run or bike on Delaware County’s trails enjoy their recreational opportunities, but also their convenience for access to retail stores, restaurants and other businesses. They appreciate the added safety factor, since trails act as sidewalks along busy streets and roads.
And now the Delaware County commissioners are adding even more trail mileage in one of the area’s most traffic-intensive business districts.