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Aliso Viejo council moves forward on pump track project and earmarks park-in-lieu funds
Summary
The city council directed staff to begin due diligence on a proposed pump track and placed $825,000 in park‑in‑lieu fees in next year’s capital plan to fund planning and initial steps. Supporters cited youth engagement, health benefits and potential tourism revenue.
Mayor Duncan and councilors voted to advance a proposed pump‑track project, authorizing staff to begin diligence and placing $825,000 in park‑in‑lieu fees into the city’s next capital improvement plan for the project.
The council heard a presentation from Dave Browning of the Orange County Mountain Bike Association, who outlined benefits ranging from youth physical activity and mental health to community gathering space and potential event tourism. Browning said OCMTBA can advise on site selection, concept design and vendor management and described a concept that would be among the largest in the county.
The mayor framed the request as a next step to move from concept to feasibility, asking the…
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