Downtown in Albany in Albany County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Lou Rossi

Photographed By Steve Stoessel, June 19, 2023

1. Lou Rossi Marker

Inscription. In memory of Lou Rossi
1945-2020
NYSDOT Planner, lead founder of NYBC

Everyone in New York who loves bicycling owes much to Lou Rossi. Smart and energetic, he was the principal shaper of the state's cycling infrastructure.

Two thousand miles of bicycle trails, paths, and routes crisscross New York. Lou, more than anyone, conceived and implemented this network. The three longest routes - NY Bike Routes 9 and 5. plus the Empire State Trail- meet in downtown Albany. It is in his honor we call the meeting point Rossi Junction. And this rest area, just north of that junction, is dedicated to Lou. Few who enjoy bicycling know of Lou's contributions, but all owe him immense gratitude. Civil servants are the quiet heart of government. Lou was one of the best.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • Roads & Vehicles.

Location. 42° 38.844′ N, 73° 44.877′ W. Marker is in Albany, New York, in Albany County. It is in Downtown. Marker is at the intersection of Empire State Trail and NY Bike Routes 9 & 5 on Empire State Trail. Marker is on the Empire State Trail bike path and not accessible by car. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Albany NY 12207, United States of America. Touch for directions.

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walking distance of this marker. Henry Knox Cannon Trail (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Gen. Henry Knox Trail (about 400 feet away); Fort Orange (about 600 feet away); Albany - Capital of New York 200 Years (about 700 feet away); Declaration of Independence Centennial Memorial (about 700 feet away); SUNY Plaza (about 700 feet away); Second Albany City Hall (about 700 feet away); Henry Hudson (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Albany.

Photographed By Steve Stoessel, June 19, 2023

2. Lou Rossi Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on July 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 3, 2023, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. This page has been viewed 62 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 3, 2023, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.