[Disclaimer: I work for MTGA.]

MTGA actively supports trail development in the City of Detroit

The Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance (MTGA) has been through some changes.

They started as the Michigan office for the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC).  When the RTC shifted their state focus to a regional focus, the Michigan office amicably split and MTGA was the result.

One issue that MTGA had is it was always chasing grant dollars to keep the wheels turning.  That chasing took time away from the trail projects themselves.  And it was that dilemma that prompted this new partnership with the Michigan Fitness Foundation (MFF).

“The shifting of the administrative burden will allow us to take the trails movement in Michigan to the next level,” said Nancy Krupiarz, executive director of MTGA. “We will be able to more fully dedicate ourselves to advancing the development of Michigan’s interconnected trailways system.”

Marilyn Lieber, president and CEO of the Michigan Fitness Foundation, sees this partnership advancing both nonprofits’ missions.

“A connected system of trails is an essential component of active community environments. Enhancing the opportunities for MTGA staff and its dedicated board members to address trail programs, full time, supports our mission of promoting healthy lifestyles in communities designed to support physical activity.”

Link: MTGA Press Release

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