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Committee forwards $1.33M pedestrian‑bridge question to full council amid concerns about matching costs
Brainerd City Public Works / Council Committee · October 7, 2025
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Summary
Staff asked whether to proceed with a $1,330,000 pedestrian‑bridge grant that requires a 25% match; the committee voted to send the matter to full council for a deliverability decision, citing concerns about matching funds, long‑term maintenance and competing city needs.
City staff asked the committee for direction on several upcoming infrastructure grant opportunities, highlighting a previously awarded $1,330,000 grant for a proposed pedestrian bridge and trail segment.
Public works staff explained…
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