Trail replacement program
Summary
The city has applied for $2.1 million in state lottery proceeds to expand the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary trail, awaiting legislative approval between January and May 2027. Design is done, but archaeology review could affect timing.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
If approved, it covers the full trail section connecting two neighborhoods without tapping more local open space funds.
Trail users and the two neighborhoods that would be connected by the new section.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Park Advisory Board - Oct 27, 2026
The city spends about $350,000 a year fixing trails across roughly 75 miles of park trails, with full reconstruction costing up to $500,000 per mile. A resident survey showed trails are the top-requested amenity, and the board is working to bring the worst-rated trails up from scores as low as 12.
Natural Resources Conservation Board - Oct 20, 2026
The city has applied for $2.1 million in state lottery proceeds to expand the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary trail, awaiting legislative approval between January and May 2027. Design is done, but archaeology review could affect timing.
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