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Lynnfield Rail Trail

Incredible aerial video of Reedy Meadow

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  March 21, 2025 Update:

(Press Release:  Rail Trail Receives FY26 Funding Recommendation)

The Town of Lynnfield is excited to announce that the Boston Area Metropolitan Planning Office (MPO) staff is recommending that, based on the advances in design and various project development requirements, Phase 1 of its long-awaited rail trail project be advanced, and that funding for construction be provided in FY2026. If the MPO Board votes to accept this recommendation, construction of the rail trail can begin in 2026.

The Town is currently finalizing the design and permitting steps necessary to comply with MassDOT’s funding requirements. These details are reflected in the three warrant articles that the Select Board approved on March 10 to present at Town Meeting on Tuesday, April 29. The project team is also seeking permitting approval from the Conservation Commission. That public process started on its March 19 meeting, and discussion has been continued to its April 15 meeting. We encourage all to remain involved.

The Town acknowledges there have been questions regarding the screening for potentially impacted rail trail abutters. Unfortunately, MassDOT has informed the project team that its construction funding will no longer cover screening for abutting properties, contrary to the Town’s initial understanding and MassDOT’s representation. The project team will continue to work through this change in MassDOT policy as it approaches bidding. Despite this policy change, the Town of Lynnfield has allocated limited funds to address reasonable abutter concerns. These funds, however, may not be sufficient to meet all expectations. The Town will prioritize the allocation of available funds based on key factors such as safety and security. Rail trail abutters with legitimate safety and security concerns are encouraged to contact Town Engineer John Tomasz (jtomasz@town.lynnfield.ma.us) or (781) 334-9500 for a discussion and site visit if applicable.   

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https://www.lynnfieldma.gov/173/Rail-Trail

 

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Hear Lynnfield Resident and abutter to the proposed Rail Trail ,Tom Grilk, talk about why he welcomes the Rail Trail behind his backyard.

- 5 min video.( A segment of the Lynnfield Rail Trail Forum- March 2017).

Safer, Healthier, Four Season Recreation

and a BOOST to all home values in town!

- see tab at top ( Positive Effect on RE Values)

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