The Grand Opening Ceremony will begin at 10 am at Independence Park, 801 West Valencia Drive, Fullerton. Be among the first to walk, bike, and enjoy this brand-new greenbelt trail connecting our neighborhoods with safe, beautiful, and sustainable pathways. This long-awaited project brings new trees, lighting, and enhanced recreation opportunities right to the heart of our community.
An initiative aimed at transforming an unsightly stretch along an old railroad spur into a vibrant community trail has faced multiple challenges and opposition from a few of the council members, even with $1.78 million in state funding backing it.
After significant community pressure, Council Member Dunlap ultimately changed his stance, voting in favor of the construction contract alongside fellow council members Zahra, Charles, and Valencia. In a not so surprising turn, Mayor Fred Jung stood alone in opposition to the project.
The Union Pacific Trail project stands as a testament to the community’s commitment to development, equity, and civic engagement. Residents are hopeful that this project will be the beginning of more green space for South Fullerton and will create a welcoming space for everyone.
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Not a single comment on this debacle.
Will see the same people if anyone shows up at all.
What a waste.
This is amazing!!! I’m so excited to see the UP Trail open after a long, hard battle fought by the community. It’s going to be such a treasure.
This was a great event – Over 100 people came out. Lots of kids on bikes and young families. Some of our favorite local officials especially Councilmember Ahmad Zahra who actually had a lot to do with getting the trail and State Rep Sharon Quirk Silva who got the $1.7 million state grant – and others were there. I was disappointed that Egleth Nunnci and her crew who had everything to do with making the bike/pedestrian trail a reality wasn’t brought on stage. I was waiting for that to happen.
I noticed that a better safe crossing from Phase 2 to Phase 1 at Highland needs to be created. hope the city is working on that. Also the park needs a better name. I recommend Egleth Nunnci Park (for her five year tireless effort to get the three negative city council members on board); The Bernal Family Park (in honor of the Fullerton family that went to court and won to battle against housing segregation); or The Melendez Family Park (in honor of the family who went to court and won battling against school segregation).