Ground Broken On Shoreline Greenway Trail's East Haven Extension

EAST HAVEN, CT —The Shoreline Greenway Trail, a popular multi-use path that stretches along the Connecticut coastline, reached a milestone Thursday with the groundbreaking of the newest extension through East Haven. The new trail section provides an uninterrupted path for walkers, runners, and nature lovers

"This is another great moment for our community," East Haven Mayor Joseph Carfora said. "My administration has been working hand in hand with Barbara Brow, one of the founders of the Shoreline Greenway Trail, and hope to soon announce that we have received funding to complete our portion of the trail by connecting to New Haven."

The Shoreline Greenway Trail has been a collaborative effort between numerous community organizations, town officials, and private donors. The organization's mission is to create a continuous pathway for non-motorized transportation along the Connecticut shoreline while preserving and promoting the region's natural resources.

"I am delighted work has started to extend Shoreline Greenway Trail approximately two miles from the existing trail at the former site of DC Moore School," Shoreline Greenway Trail board director Barbara Brow said. "When completed, this two-mile trail extension will safely connect pedestrians and bicyclists to Coe and Cosey Beach avenues, the shoreline."

The final extension will be the culmination of many years of hard work and dedication from all involved. The new trail section includes stunning views and offers unlimited opportunities for outdoor activities.

Brow thanked Carfora, Town Engineer Jonathan Bodwell and Director of Administration and management Michelle Benivegna for their support of Shoreline Greenway Trail, "As well as their expert help to move trail development forward in East Haven."

East Haven hopes to soon announce the final extension. Today’s event was celebrated with a ceremonial first shovel, attended by local officials, supporters, directors of the Shoreline Greenway Trail, and members of the community.

Benivegna, who is also the town's Economic Development director, noted that the "Shoreline Greenway Trail brings people from not only East Haven, but all surrounding towns, giving them a healthy way to discover everything our community has to offer."