Edgewood advisory board sets 2025 priorities around urban-trail design, maintenance and windmill site

The City of Edgewood Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met Jan. 8 and discussed a streamlined 2025 work plan that prioritizes finishing design work for the city’s urban-trail Phase 3, updating parks impact fees, coordinating volunteer cleanup and events, and monitoring facility needs including the windmill site.

Brian Levenegan, a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board member, opened the item and said the board’s document is meant to “highlight major activities and projects for that year.” He said the work plan should focus on projects where board members can provide meaningful input and volunteer support rather than adding work for city staff.

Chuck, a City staff member, provided technical updates on the trail project and design funding. “Through 30% design, they’ve been doing…