Organization Overview
Mission Statement
Friends of the Trails’ mission is to collaborate, promote, and educate the community on the multi-use trail system and greenways while providing organizational and fundraising capacities to supplement and lessen the burden of the City of Quincy, Quincy Park District, and Adams County.
Goals & Objectives
Complete the Quincy Greenways and Trails Plan and assist in the development of the Adams County Trails Plan in an attempt to meet the following goals and objectives:
§ Provide free, health related recreational opportunities for which families can participate together
§ Allow safer access to our existing parks
§ Provide linkage throughout the community for all socioeconomic populations
§ Increase educational opportunities for children and adults to learn bike safety
§ Increase educational opportunities for motorists through public awareness and media coverage
§ Enhance the economic benefits for the community (tourism and recruitment of new businesses to Quincy)
Programs & Services
In our attempt to act as a catalyst in the development and completion of the Quincy Greenways and Trail Plan, the Friends of the Trails provide the following services:
§ Collaborate with City/Park District/County officials to identify the needs and activities for which this organization can support
§ Collaborate with community groups and residents to gather input and encourage participation
§ Promoting the trails through publicity and fundraising.
§ Educate all stakeholders (City/Park District/County officials, community & philanthropic groups, and residents throughout the county) regarding use, safety and benefits of trails and greenways.