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Anoka County advances Rice Creek and Lake George long-range plans, reallocates trail grant savings
Summary
The board adopted long-range plans for the Rice Creek North Regional Trail and Lake George Regional Park, approved a three-part grant amendment to extend planting funds and reallocate $200,000 in savings to Rice Creek Chain of Lakes projects, and authorized contracts for reforestation and lighting to support park improvements.
Anoka County commissioners advanced multiple parks and trail initiatives during the board’s November meeting, adopting long-range plans and approving grant amendments and contracts that will fund reforestation and facility improvements across the county park system.
The board adopted Resolution TR42 to approve the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Long Range Plan 2025. Jeff Perry, Anoka County park director, said the plan addresses a 1.5-mile gap in the Circle Pines/Lino Lakes area and that the county will pursue state bonding dollars and available grant programs to finance implementation over the coming decades.
The board also…
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