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Open Space Committee approves $80,000 trails grant pool and 25% local match for 2026
Summary
On March 3, 2026, the Saratoga County Open Space Committee set the 2026 trails grant allocation at $80,000 and approved a 25% local‑match requirement for applicants, citing the need to fund a countywide trails master‑plan update and encourage municipal investment. Applications are due June 18, 2026.
The Saratoga County Open Space Committee on March 3 approved a pair of changes to the 2026 trails grant program: it reduced the grant pool from $100,000 to $80,000 and established a 25% local match for applicants.
County staff said the reduction preserves funds to support a countywide trails master‑plan update and related work. Jason, the staff presenter, told the committee the county administers the New York State snowmobile grant for five clubs and that the county manages roughly 180 miles of trails. He said the county will use part of this year’s budget…
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