Downtown Keene in summer time

Bicycle/Pedestrian Path Advisory Committee

Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan Update

Overview

We are developing a Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan to make it safer and easier for people of all ages and abilities to walk, bike, and use mobility devices. The plan aims to create a connected network that provides reliable, sustainable access to schools, parks, shopping areas, and other everyday destinations. This update will use community input and data analysis to identify practical improvements that enhance safety, strengthen connections, and support an active and accessible future for Keene residents.

Project Timeline (Anticipated)

  • Project Kickoff: April 2026
  • Final Presentation: October 2026
  • Plan Adoption: November 2026

Community Survey

The City of Keene invites you to share your experiences walking, biking, or using a wheelchair in the community. Your feedback will help identify key issues and guide future improvements. Survey results will build on the input received during the Roadway Safety Action Plan project and will be used to shape recommendations for:

  • Infrastructure projects
  • Safety programs
  • Safe Routes to School initiatives
  • Project prioritization

The survey will be open through July 15, 2026 and takes about 10 minutes to complete. All responses are confidential.

Public Meetings and Events

  • Public Kick-off Meeting – April 22: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:00 PM – Keene Recreation Center Room 14, located at 312 Washington Street in Keene
  • KSC Focus Group – April 22: Are you a student or recent graduate of Keene State College? We want to hear from you! Join us on Wednesday, April 22 from 1-2 pm in the Mountain View Room to share your thoughts on how the City can make walking and biking safer and more convenient.

Background

Keene was an early leader in planning for walking and biking, creating its first Bicycle/Pedestrian Path Master Plan in 1999—well ahead of many similar communities. That plan guided many successful projects over the past two decades. Today, many of those projects have been completed, and the data used at the time is now outdated. Updating the plan will ensure it reflects current conditions, community needs, and future opportunities.

View the 1999 Bicycle/Pedestrian Path Master Plan (PDF).

Contact

For more information about the survey or the project, please contact:

Jason Nadeau, Parks and Recreation Programmer
(603) 357-9829 x6210