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Prospect council approves application for boardwalk grant to Putney Pond
Summary
Council voted to authorize applying for a Recreational Trails Program grant to build a boardwalk from the back of City Hall to Putney Pond; council members discussed estimated costs and possible Metro contributions.
The Prospect City Council on Sept. 15 approved a resolution authorizing the city to complete and file an application for a Recreational Trails Program grant to build a boardwalk from the back of City Hall to Putney Pond.
Councilman John (last name not provided in the transcript) explained the application and estimated project cost, saying the full cost of the boardwalk "would be about $700,000." He said the grant application would seek roughly half of that amount; council staff noted Metro had verbally committed $40,000 toward the project but that Metro paperwork had caused delays. The motion received support from Metro Council representative Scott Reed, who was in the audience.
The council made a motion to approve the resolution; the motion was moved by Mr. Gibson and seconded by Dr. Fuhrman. The vote passed 5–0 with one member absent. Council recorded votes as: Dr. Fuhrman — yes; Mr. Gibson — yes; John Evans — yes; Sandra — yes; John Clark — yes.
Why it matters: If awarded, the Recreational Trails Program grant would fund a portion of a boardwalk intended to improve pedestrian access from City Hall to Putney Pond. Council members discussed next steps including preparing project drawings and returning to council for contracts and construction scheduling after grant decisions and additional funding are secured.
Council said that, depending on grant timing, the city would pursue design and may seek additional grants next year and that construction would likely start in the spring following procurement. No final construction contract or local funding appropriation was approved at the Sept. 15 meeting; the council only authorized moving forward with the grant application.
Votes and next steps: The resolution passed 5–0 with one absent. Staff said they would refine the application materials and drawings and pursue other funding options if needed. Metro's verbal $40,000 commitment remained contingent on Metro paperwork and final approvals.
