Alabama NewsCenter — Will O’Connor is an Alabama Bright Light, connecting people and communities through River Region Trails

By Karim Shamsi-Basha
Alabama NewsCenter

The greatest work reward for Will O’Connor is spotting folks walking and bicycling along the trails in and around downtown Montgomery.

The executive director of River Region Trails embraces the goal of the nonprofit, which is to expand walking and bicycle trails and parks in the River Region of central Alabama, including Montgomery. O’Connor hopes these trails will improve public health and quality of life, and be a catalyst for economic development, improved transportation options and community connectivity.

“River Region Trails is an organization advocating for the development of a network of bicycle and pedestrian greenways, parks and outdoor resources in the River Region,” O’Connor said. “There are a variety of uses for our trails. One is an alternative means of transportation for those who don’t have access to a vehicle. Additionally, there is a recreational component.”

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