Park board adopts rules for Clifty Connector Trail

The Madison City Park Board reviewed and adopted rules for the new Clifty Connector Trail, the short connector that links the end of the Heritage Trail to Clifty Park’s south entrance. Staff described the trail alignment and permanent features, noting the eventual goal of further extension toward Hanover College in coordination with Hanover’s Lily grant-funded segment.

Board members asked about allowed uses; staff said bicycles are permitted on the connector but golf carts are not. A motion to adopt the posted trail rules was moved, seconded and approved by voice vote. Staff said the rules are consistent with other park rules and that a few Heritage Trail requests were incorporated.

The board did not set a separate effective date in the meeting packet; staff indicated the rules would be posted and enforced upon final paperwork and signage. The adoption was procedural and intended to allow the connector to open with clear usage expectations for pedestrians, cyclists and maintenance staff.