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Board hears update on who maintains Bay City's rail trail and winter plowing
Bay City Parks and Recreation Board · November 26, 2025
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Summary
Parks staff told the board the city plows and maintains its rail-trail section (one cleared path width) while neighboring townships often leave theirs unplowed; attempts to coordinate full-loop plowing met liability concerns from other jurisdictions.
The Bay City parks director (presenting staff) briefed the board on rail-trail maintenance and winter-plowing responsibilities across jurisdictions. Staff said the city is responsible for plowing and maintaining its section of the rail trail and generally clears a…
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