Heads Pond Trail 'Access for All' accessibility project
Hooksett
Summary
Construction on accessibility upgrades at Heads Pond starts mid-June; the trail may close for a few days to a week during work.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Kiwanis offering $20,000 toward the project.
Trail users, including those needing accessible access.
Trail users during temporary closure days.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Conservation Commission - Oct 5, 2026
The commission is still hunting for a safety rail option along the steep accessible trail access, with quotes ranging from about $2,900 (chain link, unpopular) to $21,000 (custom welded rail). Members agreed no code requires a rail; options including an agricultural-style fence will be explored.
Town Council - Jun 10, 2026
Kiwanis is chipping in $20,000 of the $50,390 cost to build a gentler entrance to the Heads Pond Trail, plus accessible parking — work starts this summer.
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Jun 9, 2026
Kiwanis is giving $20,000 to replace the steep, rocky trail entrance with a gentle accessible approach, plus two paved accessible parking spaces — construction starts this summer.
Budget Committee - May 28, 2026
Construction on accessibility upgrades at Heads Pond starts mid-June; the trail may close for a few days to a week during work.
Town Council - May 27, 2026
Construction on the accessible trail entrance starts mid-June — the steep grade from the parking lot kept wheelchairs, strollers, and older walkers out. Trail may close a few days during work.
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