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Selma board discusses new Neuse River nature park and trail work; $500,000 item flagged for Trail State Park
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Members described a December acquisition of riverfront land for a future nature park with trails and greenway connections, and one member referenced a $500,000 item tied to a 'Trail State Park' project; the board said trail closures and initial steps are underway.
The Town of Selma Recreation Advisory Board discussed park development Feb. 17, including a newly acquired tract along the Neuse River that officials plan to develop as a nature park with trails and future greenway links to other parks.
Unidentified Speaker (S2) told members the town took ownership of a large parcel in December and intends to develop nature trails, parking and connections to nearby parks. Board members said closing portions of property and taking staged steps would be the first priority to protect the site and allow construction planning.
Separately, Unidentified Speaker (S4) referenced a 'Trail State Park' item and noted a figure of $500,000 tied to that project and said a meeting on the subject was expected in the week following Feb. 17. The board discussed that initial investments and trail closures are typical early steps before broader development takes place.
Members also confirmed the town will continue the mulch program at roughly the same cost as last year, with a goal of consolidating maintenance into single budget lines to create predictable funding and, over time, upgrade surfaces (for example to rubberized surfacing) where appropriate.
Board members asked staff to include park-related details in the March 17 special meeting packet so budget implications for park projects, parking area creation and maintenance plans can be reviewed together.
