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Indiana Bike Trails Task Force Advances On Plans To Connect Trails Statewide

Last updated on Tuesday, August 7, 2018

(INDIANAPOLIS) - The Indiana Bicycle Trails Task Force delivered its midterm report to Governor Eric Holcomb and Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch.

"The goal of this task force is to connect existing bicycle trails and create positive recreational opportunities around the state," said Lt. Governor Crouch. "I'm eager for the task force to take Indiana to the Next Level with our trails, which will benefit the economy, quality of life and tourism."

Three subcommittees have been established within the taskforce and are working on the following goals:

"The task force is right on target with its goals," said Kyle Hannon, Indiana Bicycle Trails Task Force Chairperson. "I think we've been given the opportunity to create something special and to make Indiana the premier state for trails and bicycling in the U.S."

State Representative Wes Culver (R-Goshen) authored the bill that created the Indiana Bike Trails Task Force. Culver believes connectivity is key, and trails can create a mechanism for communities to work together.

"Not only will every community, city and town benefit from statewide connected trails, but also our visitors, especially since in 2016, we a saw record number 79 million visitors to Indiana," said Culver. "Bike trails will also improve the quality of life, helping to draw young and old into our state to find jobs."

The task force will prepare a report with their ideas and recommendations to the legislative council and Governor no later than July 1, 2019. The next task force meeting is September 26, 2018.

The Indiana Bicycle Trails Task Force is a group that was established by the Indiana Legislature and took effect on July 1, 2017. The task force was appointed by Governor Holcomb. To learn more about the Indiana Bicycle Trails Task Force, click here.

About Indiana Office of Tourism Development:

Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch oversees the Indiana Office of Tourism Development. Mark Newman serves as the agency's executive director. IOTD is dedicated to enhancing the economic vitality of Indiana through leadership and resource support to the Indiana travel industry. The tourism and hospitality industry is directly responsible for 242,000 jobs, generates over $1.6 billion in tax receipts and contributes $12.2 billion in revenue to Indiana businesses. For more information: www.VisitIndiana.com.

About Indiana Office of Tourism Development:

Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch oversees the Indiana Office of Tourism Development. Mark Newman serves as the agency's executive director. IOTD is dedicated to enhancing the economic vitality of Indiana through leadership and resource support to the Indiana travel industry. The tourism and hospitality industry is directly responsible for 186,400 jobs, generates over $1.6 billion in tax receipts and contributes $12.2 billion in revenue to Indiana businesses. For more information: www.VisitIndiana.com.

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