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Neighbors Review Landscaping Plans Along Southwest LRT Corridor

Residents whose homes border the Southwest LRT (Metro Green Line Extension) recently gathered to learn more about landscaping plans along the corridor. Project staff outlined what neighbors can expect in terms of plantings, screening and trail connections as the construction phase winds down. The multiuse trails paralleling the LRT line are being paved and are scheduled to open some time in 2025, offering new pedestrian and bicycle connections through the area.

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