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Northland Arboretum director seeks regional designation, outlines new recreation and revenue projects

Baxter City Council · June 3, 2025
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Summary

The arboretum's executive director briefed council on a recently filed regional designation application (126‑page submission), infrastructure projects (accessible gardens, bike skills park, nature playcape) and a strategic shift toward recreation to support conservation and expand revenue streams.

The council heard a presentation from the Northland Arboretum executive director, who described a strategic shift toward outdoor recreation and a recently submitted regional designation application intended to make the arboretum eligible for certain state infrastructure grants.

Director’s priorities and designation application: the director said a 126‑page regional designation application was submitted to the state after two years of planning; regional designation would make the arboretum eligible for a portion of legacy…

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