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Council hears Kulage Park dock plan and Brainer Levee trail proposal tied to grant applications

Chattanooga City Council · March 17, 2026
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Summary

City staff presented designs for an ADA‑accessible modular floating dock at Kulage Park and a 3.2‑mile, 10‑ft chip‑and‑seal trail along the Brainer Levee to retain events and recreation while the Southshore Riverfront undergoes an 18‑month closure. Staff sought council approval to accept grant funding and noted timelines if awards occur.

Monica Kinsey of the Department of Economic Development and design staff from Tennessee Riverline presented plans for Kulage Park blueway access and Brainer Levee greenway improvements during the Parks, Public Works & Wastewater Committee.

The Kulage Park proposal includes a permanent, modular floating dock (75‑ft paddle area) with two ADA kayak launches, sections for rowers and fishing, six boat slips, a 12‑to‑24‑ft widened access ramp, floating treatment wetlands for water quality, and shoreline stabilization. Monica Kinsey said the work aims to accommodate more events and public access during…

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