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Grants, adopt‑a‑trail and state‑park updates promise planning help for local recreation projects
Summary
State and local recreation officials announced grant opportunities — including the Utah Pollinator Habitat Program (closes April 15) and Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance grants — an adopt‑a‑trail recognition program, and parks staffing and infrastructure updates for Mill Site and Huntington state parks.
Ryan Jones, resource coordinator for the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food, told the council the Utah Pollinator Habitat Program is open for applications and “it closes on April 15.” He said the program requires a minimum planting area (about 900 square feet) and that the Grazing Improvement Program continues to accept applications.
Brian Curta from the Division of Outdoor Recreation described the Outdoor Recreation Planning Assistance grant (open to federal/state agencies and municipalities) to help communities with planning, NEPA and engineering. Curta said the division is launching an adopt‑a‑trail program modeled on adopt‑a‑highway, allowing organizations and businesses to sponsor or help maintain trail segments and receive recognition.
State parks staff and Green River State Park manager Nathan reported staffing and infrastructure updates: seasonals are being hired, a full‑time position is under recruitment, reservations opened, and Mill Site is at 51% capacity while Huntington sits at 97%. Mill Site landscaping work was awarded and dock repairs are pending parts, possibly requiring a couple weeks for completion.
Council members asked whether existing adoptors would be recognized; Curta said recognition of organizations is a central program goal. Park staff agreed to report back on soil movement and landscaping plans for Mill Site when the project begins.
