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Narberth advances grant push for Elm Grove Park pedestrian bridge and stormwater work
Summary
Council heard staff plans to replace the deteriorating Elm Grove Park pedestrian bridge, secure multiple grants (MCPC Maka 2040, DCNR C2P2 and a county conservation-district stormwater grant), and provide a municipal match estimated initially at 20% pending engineering cost estimates.
Staff presented a plan to remove the existing Elm Grove pedestrian bridge and construct a new north-side bridge tying into ADA-accessible sidewalks and a future park trail. The work includes streambank stabilization using gabion baskets, a small culvert modification, a walkway landing on the park side and a proposed stormwater best‑management practice (BMP) to capture sediment and control runoff volume.
Planning staff said the borough will pursue three grant opportunities: the Montgomery County Planning Commission 'Maka 2040' grant (deadline March 2); the…
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