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Council discusses trail maintenance, plowing options and federal funds for Mitchell
Summary
Council members discussed trail maintenance after budget cuts eliminated a trail position, options for plowing and volunteer cleanup, and noted a previous $5,000,000 federal request for Mitchell that may not cover all needs.
Council members and community representatives discussed trail maintenance and snow removal after budget cuts eliminated a trail maintenance position.
Speakers said the trail lacks resources for regular plowing and storm damage removal. They discussed whether town equipment such as a Kubota with a plow could be used for trail or cemetery work, noted concerns about bollards and access, and suggested limited volunteer assistance for tasks such as restroom cleaning once facilities reopen.
The conversation also referenced efforts to secure federal funding for Mitchell. One speaker said the town had asked for $5,000,000 for Mitchell projects but expressed skepticism that that amount would cover major needs; smaller federal grants were mentioned as potentially useful for targeted priorities.
No formal funding decision or appropriation was recorded on the public transcript. Council members asked staff to continue exploring options for equipment use, maintenance scheduling and potential revenue sources to support trail upkeep.
Other brief items included an update that Casey's expected to start construction on Martin Street in early April and a water backflow installation estimate described as “just under $12,000.”
