The Lake County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) held a work session on September 23, 2025, to discuss various agenda items, with a focus on winter trail grooming options for the upcoming season.

The meeting began with a request from the Board of Integrated Community Care (BICC) regarding the selection of a winter trail grooming option for the 2025-2026 season. A high-level overview was presented, outlining four different options for trail grooming, each accompanied by estimated costs.

One of the primary options discussed involved contracting a third-party service to handle grooming on the minimum belt trail, as well as potentially extending services to the local golf course. The discussion emphasized the importance of maintaining accessible and well-groomed trails for community use during the winter months.

The meeting concluded with a call for further evaluation of the presented options, allowing the commissioners to make an informed decision in the near future. The next steps will involve gathering additional input and finalizing the grooming strategy to ensure optimal trail conditions for residents and visitors alike.