PAGE UNDER DEVELOPMENT
We’re creating healthy communities here in Union County. Whether it’s accepting SNAP benefits at the Union County Farmers Market, developing the county’s Trail and Greenway Master Plan, or ensuring model tobacco-free policies for schools, we’re here to make sure all of Union County stays happy and healthy.
In Union County, healthy living starts here. See what we’re working on below:
 |
Union County Trail and Greenway Master Plan Richwood Lake Trail Stay Active Year-Round |
Richwood Farmers Market Union County Farmers Market Farmers Market Recipe Cards
Tobacco Free Schools Tobacco Free Parks & Public Spaces
Active Living
Union County Trail and Greenway Master Plan
In 2013, the Union County Comprehensive Plan recommended a county-wide trail corridor plan be prepared. This lead to a collaboration of local governments, regional planning organizations, private interest groups, businesses and the public coming together to complete the Union County Trail and Greenway Master Plan. Together, these partners have developed a bold vision for future trail development and greenway preservation in the community. In addition, this plan showcases the natural, cultural and recreational resources in the County and illustrates how a linked network of trails and greenways can lead to an improved quality of life for residents and visitors. This Master Plan recommends policies and procedures that foster the development of trail and greenway systems; provides descriptions of theme based trail system that tells the story of Union County’s unique character and charm; and identifies early action projects that can be developed to begin the process of connecting the County’s many resources. Click on the icons below to learn more about the Union County Trail and Greenway Plan.
Richwood Lake Trail
The Richwood Lake Park is a focal point in northeast Union County. Located just north of historic downtown Richwood, it offers numerous amenities like fishing, boating, youth athletics, picnicking and nature observation. To improve connection to the Village and within the park, a multi-use trail is being constructed that links the numerous park facilities and also provides connection to downtown Richwood, the Civic Center, and the Richwood schools. When completed, this one mile trail will expand the areas recreational resources, increase opportunities to access the lake and park for recreation and physical activity, and provide places to enjoy for the entire community. Click on the icons below to learn more about the Richwood Lake Trail.
Stay Active Year-Round
The Stay Active Year-Round Campaign looks to promote physical activity for all utilizing Union County's existing and developing outdoor amenities. Whether you're looking for a nearby trail to hike or bike, a playground for a family outing, or a local ball diamond to practice your swing, Union County offers a wide variety of ways to stay active and outdoors no matter the time of year. Click on the icons below to learn more about all the ways you can stay active!
Future Developments
The Creating Healthy Communities program, along with other community partners, is looking to develop and further other new and existing projects in Union County between 2016 and 2019. Some of these projects include:
-Bike Share Program
-Shared Use Opportunities
-Ohio Healthy Program for Day Cares and After School Programs
-North Union Safe Routes to School Projects
Healthy Eating
Richwood Farmers Market
Union County Farmers Market (SNAP)
Farmers Market Recipe Cards
Future Developments
Tobacco Free
Tobacco Free Schools
Tobacco Free Public Spaces & Parks
Future Developments
