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Nature advisory committee installs alternative lawn, seeks volunteers and grants for path and signage work
Summary
The Oak Hills Park Authority’s nature advisory committee reported Jan. 16 that an alternative-lawn mix was installed this winter, that members are planning path rejuvenation near hazardous slopes and dumpster areas, and that they are seeking volunteer groups and grant funding to support signage and path work.
The Oak Hills Park Authority’s nature advisory committee reported on Jan. 16 that a truckload of soil and an alternative-lawn seedmix were installed this winter and the group is awaiting spring growth. Committee members said landscaper Mike Papa completed the installation after course staff delivered the soil.
Committee chair (recorded as Mary) said members have reviewed problem areas near the dumpsters and are planning to reroute a steep path around a large rock to avoid steps and handrails. The committee is pursuing volunteer groups, such as local youth groups, to help with path rejuvenation and new signage. Mary said she had met with Tulip Tree Design (Mike Muschak and David Westmoreland) and that Tulip Tree will bring crews to address the steep section near the dumpsters.
Mary also said she had spoken with board member Bob Stowers about possible grant opportunities; Rich (board staff) is assisting by researching grants the committee could apply for. The committee plans a fuller review of long-term plans in February and intends to contact forester Mr. Beers to help draft a master plan for the nature area.
Why it matters: Improving path safety and signage addresses visitor safety and accessibility; grant funding and volunteer labor could limit the authority’s capital outlay while enabling restoration work.
What’s next: The committee will schedule a February work session (no final date set in the transcript), work with staff on logistics for daytime meetings and coordinate with maintenance staff and volunteers on early-season path delineation.
