City of Tallahassee

On August 15, 2021 the Betton Hills Neighborhood Association Board approved a statement against establishing trails through Betton Hill Streets or McCord Park as part of the Thomasville Multi-Use Path as follows:

The BHNA Board approves the following position statements:

1. The BHNA Board supports upgrading multi-modal transportation infrastructure in the Thomasville Road corridor to improve safety and increase capacity for pedestrians, bicycles and other alternative modes of transportation.

Transportation safety is a top priority for many of us. Thomasville Road is such an important part of our Betton Hills transportation network. Currently, that road is not safe for several transportation modes. It is particularly dangerous for pedestrians (walking alone, with friends or with your dog) or those riding their bikes.…

The time has arrived! The Betton Road facelift will start in late April or May. Anticipated completion is February 2022. This project is extensive and will be done in 7 phases (see list of phases below). It will incorporate roadway and pedestrian improvements, as well as water and sewer upgrades.…

In 2017, the state legislature passed a law transferring regulation of placement of wireless utility poles in a street’s right of way from local to the state control.  Governor Rick Scott signed the legislation.  You can read the law here.…

As a result of recent media coverage regarding expired restrictive covenants in portions of our neighborhood, the BHNA Board of Directors wishes to formally restate its long standing commitment to create a welcoming community for ALL.

As is currently reflected in the fabric and makeup of our neighborhood, we embrace the diversity inherent in each person and encourage the inclusion of ALL. …

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