Overview
The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) was created in 1998 and is funded through the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration. The RTP provides grant assistance to State and Federal agencies and local units of government for the acquisition and/or development/improvement of recreational trails and trail related resources. Examples of eligible trail types include but are not limited to walking, jogging, cycling, skating, mountain biking, hiking, backpacking, off-highway vehicle, and equestrian.
The Federal share of the program is up to 80 percent of total project costs up to the grant ceiling associated with the type of trail and/or trail related facility. The project sponsor must provide at least 20 percent match in the form of State, local, or private sources, and may include volunteer labor and/or donated materials and/or services.
Applications may be submitted for the following activities:
- Development of urban trail linkages (includes trail linkages to schools, parks, and existing trails)
- Maintenance and restoration of existing recreational trails
- Provision of features which facilitate the access and use of trails by persons with disabilities
- Acquisition of easements for recreational trails or recreational trails corridors
- Acquisition of fee simple title to property from a willing seller for trail development
- Construction of new recreational trails
- Assessment of trail conditions for accessibility and maintenance
- Development and dissemination of publications and operation of educational programs to promote safety and environmental protection
News
The next Alabama Trails Commission and Advisory Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 31 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and will be virtual via this link: https://uasystem.zoom.us/j/98516405272
People can join via telephone as well at: (346) 248-7799 / Meeting ID: 985 1640 5272
Contact
| Crystal G. Talley Community Services Unit Chief (334) 353-2630 |
LaToya Edwards Recreation and Conservation Programs Specialist (334) 242-5382 |