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Maple Grove board supports replacing Weston Lane trail staircase to preserve lake access and safety
Summary
Parks and Planning Superintendent Ben Jaszewski recommended rebuilding or replacing the staircase on the trail near Weston Lane and 72nd Place to maintain loop connectivity, preserve lake access and improve long‑term safety and maintenance; the board expressed support.
Parks and Planning Superintendent Ben Jaszewski presented a proposal at the March 19 meeting of the Maple Grove Parks and Recreation Board to replace the staircase on the trail at Weston Lane and 72nd Place.
Jaszewski reviewed results of a resident survey and said staff's direction is to preserve trail loop connectivity and lake access, rebuild or replace the staircase with an improved design, and address safety and long‑term maintenance concerns. Board Member Andy Mielke voiced support for the recommendation. Board Member Judy Hanson asked whether the stairs were limited to neighbors' use; Jaszewski said the stairs are publicly accessible and on‑street parking is allowed in the neighborhood. Chair Bill Lewis noted that a dock previously at the bottom of the stairs was private and not public.
The discussion recorded board support for staff's recommendation; the transcript does not show a formal motion or vote to authorize construction funding or a final design decision. Next steps were not specified during the meeting.
