City Park trail project likely delayed after soil-sampling request, staff say
Staff told the board they submitted a 58-page memo arguing an archeological study was unnecessary, but a new requirement for soil samples will probably push the City Park internal trail bid and construction to 2026; staff plan to work on Phase 2 connections to the dog park first.
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Staff reported that the City Park internal trail project faces a likely delay after a reviewer requested soil samples. According to the minutes, staff prepared a 58-page memo explaining why an archeological study should not be required—citing extensive prior park disturbances including roads, playgrounds and structures—but the new soil-sampling requirement will probably postpone bidding and construction until 2026.
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