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Hitting the Trails By Kathy Corbett
Enhancement project brings safety and comfort to hikers
Stepping onto a quiet, wooded path tion which could then be allocated for im- of 78 limestone markers positioned along
can make you feel as though you’ve provement projects within Sun City Texas. the entire length of the trail system. Each
stepped into a whole new world. It’s Selected projects were based on resident block features a number encircled by the
an experience which many residents have feedback collected in the 2015 Sun City Sun City logo. The exact location of each
enjoyed while walking along Sun City Tex- Expansion Survey. Results of the survey numbered block is on file with the City of
as’ nature trails, where fresh air, scenic overwhelmingly showed walking and na- Georgetown. In the event of an emergency
views and abundant wildlife have restored ture trails to be the most popular outdoor on the nature trail, one can use their cell-
many a soul. And thanks to a collaborative amenity among residents. Additionally, phone to call 911 and report the number of
effort between the developer, the Commu- residents declared walking trails in the the nearest trail marker, allowing George-
nity Association and a dedicated group of new home section to be the most desired town’s first responders to identify your ex-
resident volunteers these spaces will now among potential new amenities. Aided act location and provide swift assistance.
feature a number of thoughtful enhance- by critical input from the Sun City Texas
ments, making these neighborhood trails Hiking and Nature Clubs, the Expansion Completion of this safety program, which
safer, more extensive and more enjoyable Task Force was able to approve upgrades to enhances existing emergency management
for all outdoor lovers. community nature trails in January 2016. procedures, involved the participation of a
number of groups and entities. The Wil-
IDENTIFYING WORTHWHILE PROVIDING EMERGENCY liamson County Parks Department pro-
PROJECTS ASSISTANCE vided advice on the design, construction
and installation of the trail markers, which
Momentum began in November 2014 Among these trail improvements, resident were fabricated by a company based in Hut-
when Pulte first announced its intention safety was quickly named as a high pri-
to donate funds to the Community Associa- ority. Trail users will now notice a series Continued on the next page
PHOTOS BY KATHY CORBETT
Above: Volunteers lower a trail marker into place. Markers are made of cast limestone and weigh 145 pounds each.
Opposite page: Bill Hale (standing) and Dennis McLaughlin dig out a spot for Trail Marker #58.
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