KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A project to expand pedestrian and bicycle access around Fountain City is about to begin.

The city is set to break ground on the Adair Park/Sue Clancy Greenway Extension in Fountain City on Wednesday, Oct. 29. The half-mile greenway connects Adair Park and residents north of I-640/Broadway to areas south of Sharps Ridge. The new greenway aims to help residents and park visitors avoid heavy traffic in the area.

The greenway extension will run adjacent to property owned by Knoxville Utilities Board and Lynnhurst Cemetery. The easements were negotiated by Legacy Parks Foundation; however, the city will maintain the greenway connector. For the initial work, the city has not hired an outside contractor; instead, it will be done by the City Public Service Department.

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