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Becker County hears public push for scenic Heartland Trail routing while staff weigh engineering options
Summary
Resident speakers and county staff debated whether to spend limited bonding and engineering funds on the Heartland Trail segment toward Bucks Mill or to prioritize more scenic northern routes and broader connectivity; staff recommended further public engagement and phased engineering work tied to available 2023 bonding funds.
At its regular meeting, the Becker County Board of Commissioners heard extensive public comment and staff briefing on the completed Heartland Trail Routing Study and discussed whether to spend limited preliminary engineering funds on the segment toward Bucks Mill or on alternative, more scenic routes. Resident Jay Carlson urged the board to consider northern options such as North Pearl Lake Road and to weigh scenic value, long‑term user appeal and partnerships with nearby townships and watershed districts.
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