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2 days ago

Kern County installs bike repair stations, benches at parks with $44,000 grant Kern County Public Works used a $44,000 grant to install five benches with built-in bike parking and three fully equipped repair stations at parks including Heart Memorial Park, Lake Ming and Lake Buena Vista, part of a push to support active transportation.

Kern County is pedaling towards progress with $44,000 in grant funding to enhance parks with bike repair stations and benches for a healthier, more active community!

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3 days ago

Hollywood commission approves purchase of Knights property to expand Stan Goldman Park The City of Hollywood approved buying the former Knights of Columbus site at 600 Knights Road for up to $5.275 million to expand Stan Goldman Park, add about 105 parking spaces and create flexible space for parks operations. Commissioners asked staff to clarify how the parcel will be classified and how parking revenues and park impact fees will be used.

Hollywood is set to enhance Stan Goldman Park by acquiring a prime 2-acre site for $5.275 million, promising more parking and exciting new programming!

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3 days ago

Arlington residents urge board to save Barcroft gymnastics, offer revenue fixes Dozens of residents, athletes and coaches told the Arlington County Board that closing Barcroft Sports & Fitness Center or cutting its gymnastics and adaptive programs would harm children and remove unique community resources; speakers offered fee and staffing changes to keep the programs running.

Arlington residents are rallying to save the Barcroft Sports & Fitness Center, arguing its vital gymnastics and adaptive programs are essential for community growth and youth development.

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1 week ago

Committee approves lifetime state‑park pass for qualifying Arizona veterans after fiscal debate The committee advanced SB 10‑50 as amended to create a lifetime Arizona State Parks pass for certain retired or disabled veterans, amid testimony from Arizona State Parks about potential annual revenue impacts and differing fiscal estimates; the motion passed with 6 ayes, 0 nays and 1 present.

Arizona veterans could soon enjoy free lifetime access to state parks, but concerns over potential revenue impacts are stirring debate.

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1 week ago

DNR outlines 2026 lands bill as committee adopts amendment and sends measure to Ways and Means The committee adopted an author amendment to House File 4222, which updates how the DNR handles land transfers, adds and deletes small parcels from state parks, and authorizes several land sales; the bill was re‑referred to Ways and Means for further review, including late MN Historical Society parcel requests.

Minnesota's DNR is shaking up land management with new transfers and park expansions—find out how these changes will impact your community!

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2 weeks ago

Senator Rauscher sponsors bill to correct Jonesville Public Use Area boundary; committee sets amendment deadline SB230 would adjust the statutory boundary of the Jonesville Public Use Area near Sutton to include a parking area omitted from prior maps. Sponsor and local representatives said the change clarifies original intent and would help keep higher‑risk recreation farther from private homes; DNR surveyors said legal descriptions were checked and the bill was set aside with an amendment deadline Friday at 5 p.m.

Senator Rauscher is pushing for crucial changes to the Jonesville Public Use Area boundary to enhance safety for nearby homeowners and clarify original land use intent.

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3 weeks ago

BLM seeks comments on allowing Class 1 e-bikes on Crown Mountain trails as county urges site-by-site review BLM field office staff told Pitkin County officials and the Open Space & Trails Board that a 30‑day public scoping period (opened Feb. 23) is under way to study allowing Class 1 e-bikes on designated singletrack trails across the CRVFO field office, including parts of the Crown; residents and commissioners urged site‑specific analysis, raised enforcement and wildlife concerns, and directed staff to prepare scoping comments for board review.

The BLM is considering allowing Class 1 e-bikes on popular mountain trails in the Colorado River Valley, but local officials are urging a detailed site-by-site review to address safety and environmental concerns.

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3 weeks ago

Clallam County staff seek easement and timber rights from Ecotrust for 1.6‑mile Olympic Discovery Trail segment Public works staff told commissioners they are ready to buy and take easements on a 1.6‑mile, ~35.33‑acre section in the La Push corridor to complete the Olympic Discovery Trail; the purchase is largely RCO‑grant funded but requires coordination with DNR and WSDOT on corridor width and habitat constraints.

Clallam County is one step closer to completing a vital 1.6-mile segment of the Olympic Discovery Trail, but complex environmental negotiations stand in the way of progress.

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1 month ago

Moore highlights Great Basin Saline Lakes Act and Fruit Heights land bill as local priorities On the tele‑townhall Rep. Blake Moore pointed to the Great Basin Saline Lakes Act to engage USGS on lake monitoring and described the Fruit Heights Land Conveyance Act in committee as intended to ease federal red tape for trail maintenance and expand recreational access.

Rep. Blake Moore is championing crucial legislation to protect the Great Salt Lake and enhance recreational access—what's next for these vital environmental initiatives?

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1 month ago

State parks, forests weigh allowing e-bikes on roads and selected trails, propose 20 mph limit The Department of Forest, Parks and Recreation told the House Transportation Committee it will allow Class 1–3 e-bikes on paved/gravel forest highways and multi-use trails, but recommends Class 1 only on mountain-bike trails and a proposed 20 mph speed limit; the draft policy follows public comment and a statutory reclassification of e-bikes.

Vermont's Department of Forest, Parks and Recreation is proposing a new policy to allow e-bikes on select trails with a 20 mph speed limit, but safety concerns are raising questions among the public.

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1 month ago

Board approves county letter backing Fredonia trail grant The Board authorized a letter of support for a Sierra Nevada Conservancy grant to construct part of the Fredonia trail system and signaled the county would serve as construction manager under a cooperative agreement with the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship organization.

Lassen County is gearing up to support the ambitious Fredonia trail system with a competitive grant, uniting local organizations for a greener future!

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1 month ago

Forest Supervisor outlines fuels targets, Fredonia trail progress and recreation plans Lassen National Forest Supervisor Rick Hobson updated the Board on the agency's chief priorities — safety, fuels and forest-health work — described targets for fuels and timber work, and said the Forest Service will support a 24.5-mile Fredonia trail grant and is preparing public scoping for enhancements to the Gallatin boat ramp.

Lassen National Forest is prioritizing safety while tackling wildfire risks and expanding recreation access, but can they meet their ambitious goals for 2026?

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1 month ago

Golf course posts strong participation but remains subsidized; maintenance and trail construction will affect play Staff presented a Tumwater Valley golf operations update showing rising rounds, strong merchandise sales and regional tournaments but noted the course remains subsidized (about $600,000/year) and faces deferred maintenance, a planned water‑department test well and trail construction that could close the front nine temporarily.

Tumwater Valley golf course is thriving with increasing participation and revenue, but looming maintenance issues and city projects could impact play—what's next for this community gem?

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1 month ago

Oroville commissioners review 2009 draft parks master plan, highlight Feather River recreation Commissioners reviewed the 2009 draft parks master plan, emphasizing river-centered recreation, ADA and multilingual access, and possible grant opportunities for non-motorized boat launch facilities. Staff will check adoption status and pursue grant options with regional partners.

Oroville is on the brink of transforming its parks and riverfront into a vibrant recreation hub, complete with improved trails and accessible facilities!

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1 month ago

Pueblo City Council hears preferred Arkansas River master plan focused on access, safety and phased projects City staff and consultants presented a preferred master plan to link City Park, Waterworks Park and Runyon Lake, prioritizing river access, safety and phased projects tied to grants and partner agreements; staff said a supporting resolution will come to council for approval.

Pueblo is taking bold steps to enhance river access and safety with a master plan linking City Park to Waterworks Park—find out how this could transform your outdoor experience!

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1 month ago

Kernersville backs Piedmont Greenway study, adopts TPO MOU; commits $15,000 local match if grant awarded The board endorsed participation in a Piedmont Greenway feasibility study and unanimously adopted a memorandum of understanding with the Winston‑Salem Area TPO. The council agreed to commit $15,000 as the town's share of a $30,000 local match, contingent on the TPO grant award.

Kernersville is taking a big step towards connecting communities with the $1 million Piedmont Greenway project—bringing recreation, safety, and increased property values to the forefront!

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1 month ago

Local officials urge the Senate to seek federal emergency designation for closed Fairfax Bridge Residents and local officials told the Senate Transportation Committee that the permanent closure of the Fairfax Bridge on April 22, 2025 has severed emergency and recreational access to Mount Rainier corridors; the joint memorial asks federal leaders to treat replacement as an emergency and consider modifying NEPA timing and historic-status constraints.

Local officials are sounding the alarm as the Fairfax Bridge closure cripples emergency responses and local economies, urging the Senate to push for federal action.

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1 month ago

Parks board endorses broad priorities for $6 million parks bond, urges focus on playground safety and William Houston The Saginaw Parks Board advised city council to prioritize improvements at William Houston, Willow Creek North, Highland Station and Sagewood, emphasizing playground safety upgrades, added pickleball courts and improved trail connectivity; the board voted to adopt the statement for council.

The Saginaw Parks Board is pushing for a $6 million bond to revamp local parks, focusing on modernizing playgrounds and introducing new pickleball courts!

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1 month ago

Justices hear dispute over Nahant's use of eminent domain to block Northeastern development The Supreme Judicial Court heard arguments over whether the town of Nahant lawfully used eminent domain to create conservation easements on land owned by Northeastern University, with Nahant saying the taking protected recreation and wildlife and Northeastern arguing the vote was a pretext to stop the project.

The battle over Nahant's use of eminent domain against Northeastern University could reshape the future of conservation and development in Massachusetts!

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2 months ago

Garfield County, Forest Service Clash Over Trail Maintenance, Culvert Plan Commissioners pressed the Forest Service to allow immediate repairs on a long-closed equestrian trail and to install a culvert to reopen Stump Springs; Forest Service officials said staffing, NEPA and survey requirements mean the county and agency must coordinate a formal proposal and prioritized trail list.

Garfield County commissioners are pushing for immediate trail repairs and a culvert installation to reopen a long-closed equestrian route, but Forest Service staffing issues stand in the way.

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2 months ago

Committee refers Oak Hill park acquisition to finance after broad support Senate Bill 157 would authorize acquisition of the 1,200‑acre Oak Hill property in Loudoun County as a state park using non‑general funds; the committee voted to report and refer the bill to finance after testimony on funding and historic significance.

Virginia is on the brink of transforming 1,200 acres of historic Oak Hill into a state park, preserving its rich heritage while meeting regional recreation needs.

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2 months ago

South Pasadena commission sends tennis/paddle-sport code changes back to staff after noise, access and enforcement questions Commissioners reviewed proposed amendments to South Pasadena Municipal Code section 21.2 to include pickleball, add permit rules for large groups, prohibit amplified sound without a permit, and consider reservation or time-limit approaches; they voted to send the draft back to staff for clarified thresholds, enforcement language and possible community outreach.

South Pasadena is rethinking its tennis and paddle sports regulations to tackle noise complaints and court access issues, but will it strike the right balance?

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2 months ago

Advisory council approves package of boating access investments, funds app work and multiple ramp projects The council recommended a package of boating access grants that funds ongoing Boat Utah development, tech time and administration, and advanced a slate of ramp extensions and access projects (San Rafael gauge, several BLM takeouts, Soldier Creek, Pelican Lake treatment, Recapture ramp phase 1, American Fork dock purchase, Utah Lake Bridgewater partial award and Rocky Rapid).

The Utah Boating Advisory Council just greenlit a major investment in boating infrastructure, advancing critical projects to keep our lakes and rivers safe and accessible for all!

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4 months ago

Page County approves DOT funding agreement for multi-source trail project The Page County board approved and signed a passthrough funding agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation for a trail project that combines Transportation Alternatives Program and State Rec Trail funds into a project totaling $2,466,452.

Page County just secured over $2.4 million for a transformative trail project, thanks to a new funding agreement with the Iowa DOT!

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4 months ago

UDOT unveils Utah Trail Network master plan; SB 185 funding to program 40–60 projects next year UDOT presented a statewide Utah Trail Network master plan map funded under Senate Bill 185 (2023), describing a data‑driven selection process and a three‑tier project typology (base network, gap closures, vision corridors) and saying the department will program an initial set of 40–60 projects at the next STIP workshop.

UDOT's new master plan for the Utah Trail Network promises to connect 95% of residents to a stunning 3,100 miles of paved trails for recreation and transportation!

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4 months ago

Federal RAISE cancellation stalls multi-town Naugatuck River Greenway design Regional planners said a cancelled $5.2 million RAISE award will force a piecemeal approach to design work, putting five projects that were near construction on hold and increasing pressure on local matches and timelines.

The cancellation of a $5.2 million federal grant has thrown the Naugatuck River Greenway project into disarray, halting five near-ready segments and forcing towns to scramble for funding solutions.

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4 months ago

Hundreds of residents oppose Flowers/City Park RFP; council and staff outline review steps A broad swath of New Rochelle residents, coaches and youth sports organizers urged the council to withdraw an RFP seeking private partnership(s) for Flowers/City Park, raising concerns about privatization, eminent domain language in the RFP, and lack of community input; staff outlined the technical review, proposer presentation dates and a 90‑day M

Residents are rallying against a city RFP that threatens to privatize Flowers/City Park, fearing it could restrict access and stifle community engagement in a beloved public space.

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4 months ago

Board briefed on path-and-trails fund; Port of Kalama and Castle Rock projects coming Monday Staff explained the county's path-and-trails fund (2.5% of motor vehicle fuel tax, above the statutory minimum of 0.42%), said about $800,000 is uncommitted, and previewed a Monday presentation by the Port of Kalama and a funding request from the City of Castle Rock for a regional trail extension.

Cowlitz County has $800,000 in uncommitted funds for trail projects, but competing requests could leave the future of our paths hanging in the balance!

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5 months ago

Council hears growing concern about Illinois pondweed in Lake Jackson; staff to follow up with FWC and consultants Council members and residents raised alarm about prolific growth of Illinois pondweed in Lake Jackson and discussed options including permits to cut channels, stocking grass carp and contacting the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission; staff said testing is planned and recommended outreach to state legislators and consultants.

Sebring residents are raising alarms about the invasive Illinois pondweed threatening Lake Jackson's recreational charm—what's being done to tackle this aquatic menace?

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5 months ago

Council debates City Park RFP after community concerns; staff says flood risk and FEMA funding drive search for solutions Council members raised transparency and access concerns after staff released an RFP seeking concepts to address City Park’s chronic flooding. City staff said stormwater improvements are needed to protect the park, cited prior FEMA‑reimbursed damages and said concept responses would be vetted for continuity of community programming before any next‑a

Councilmembers are demanding answers about the future of City Park as concerns over chronic flooding and community involvement rise.

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