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Board authorizes parks department to apply for $100,000 DNR recreational trails grant for Veterans Freedom Park improvements
Summary
The board approved a resolution supporting a Wisconsin DNR Recreational Trails Program grant application for an all-abilities paved trail and ADA fishing pier at Veterans Freedom Park; the requested grant is $100,000 with an 80/20 match.
The Board of Park Commissioners on May 15 approved a resolution authorizing the La Crosse Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department to apply for a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Recreational Trails Program grant to build an all-abilities paved trail through portions of Veterans Freedom Park and an ADA fishing pier.
Staff said the department applied for $100,000 from the DNR program; the grant uses an 80/20 funding split and staff reported they have already raised more than the required 20% local match. “This grant request would be for a all abilities paved trail through portions of the Veterans Freedom Park that would connect to an all abilities ADA, fishing pier in that area as well,” staff said.
Why it matters: if awarded, the grant would fund an accessible trail and fishing pier designed to improve park access for people with mobility limitations. The board’s resolution confirms the governing board’s support and that the city could cover costs beyond the grant award if necessary.
Action and outcome: Commissioner Olsen moved to approve the resolution and Commissioner Young seconded; the board voted unanimously in favor.
