What: Branding, signage and route selection for the Crosstown Trail across Groton.
Where it stands: On 2026-10-29 the task force reviewed logo and sign concepts and asked the consultant for orange tones, the word Cross inside the X and clearer word separation. It also settled on one main on-road route for bikes with off-road hiking and mountain-bike alternatives. No votes were taken.
Next: Revised logo and sign concepts and a route proposal at the next quarterly meeting, expected in early December. The route near the neighboring city needs consultation with its planner.
Details
Name: the group prefers Crosstown Trail over Greenway; the state greenway designation covers the whole length.
Signs: modular weathering-steel posts with logo, segment and user-type pieces; full maps at major trailheads; budget appears sufficient.
Related: Recreation Trails Grant (the Town Council later accepted a state trails grant; its connection to this project was not established).
Reviewed logo, color and sign concepts and the draft route; asked for orange tones and the word Cross in the X; chose a main on-road route with off-road alternatives; no votes.