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Board considers Sandywood Circle‑to‑Vets Park trail; private donor interest could cover six‑figure cost

Grand Island Town Board · December 16, 2024
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Summary

A board member presented a plan to establish a bike/ped trail linking Sandywood Circle to Vets Park, with bridge quotes of about $36,000–$50,000 and a finished project estimate near $210,000; a private nonprofit signaled potential six‑figure support but accepting grants could preclude that donation.

Board discussion focused on a proposed multiuse trail connecting Sandywood Circle with Vets Park. Speaker 2 described site walks, two required bridges and pricing models and urged the board to "stake our claim" on town land before nearby lots are developed.

Speaker 2 provided cost estimates for structures and surfacing: a single smaller bridge…

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