A family-friendly trail for riders of all ages and abilities needs your support. Here's how you can help make it a reality.
The most impactful thing you can do right now is add your name to the growing list of supporters.
Beyond the petition, there are several ways to make your support heard.
EBRPD holds public Board meetings and project-specific hearings where community members can speak in support of the trail. Showing up in person is one of the most powerful ways to demonstrate community backing.
Next major opportunity: The Draft EIR public comment period, expected late 2026, will include public meetings where your input directly becomes part of the official record.
Write directly to EBRPD staff and Board members in your own words. Authentic, individual comments carry far more weight in the public record than form letters. Include your connection to the community and why the trail matters to you and your family.
Tips for effective comments:
Talk to fellow riders, parents, and community members about the project. Share information on social media using the hashtag so the conversation stays visible.
#WildcatFlowTrail
Share this website, the petition link, and your own stories about why trails like this matter. Authentic personal stories are more persuasive than anything else.
Reach out to the people and organizations involved in the project.
For questions specifically about the Environmental Impact Report and the CEQA review process:
This is the official EIR contact for submitting formal comments during public review periods.
The Board of Directors makes the final decision on the project. Letters of support from constituents are particularly impactful.
Find your ward director on the EBRPD website and direct your letter to them specifically.
Connect with the organizations backing the project to learn more and get involved in the broader community:
These organizations can help you stay informed about meetings, events, and volunteer opportunities.
When the Draft EIR comment period opens, your input becomes part of the official public record. Individual, authentic comments in your own words carry far more weight in the CEQA process than form letters or petitions. Here's how to make yours count.
Write in your own words — not a template. Share who you are, where you live, and why this trail matters to you personally. Are your kids on a NICA team? Do you ride in the park? Have you driven far to find a flow trail? Your unique story is your strongest argument and carries more weight than any form letter.
Include concrete details: where you live, how you use the park, why the trail would benefit your family or community. Specific stories are harder to dismiss than general enthusiasm.
Acknowledge that others have concerns and that the environmental review process exists to address them. A respectful tone strengthens your credibility and reflects well on the entire community of supporters.