Commission discusses boardwalks and persistent boggy trail sections

Oct 29, 2024

Commissioners raised long-running boggy stretches and trail erosion that washes away bark dust; staff said boardwalks are aging and recommended targeted boardwalk upgrades and broader trail maintenance prioritization.

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Residents and commissioners raised recurring boggy areas along park trails and a section where bark dust repeatedly washes out during heavy rain. Greg, a parks staff member, said some boardwalks are reaching end-of-life and staff has been screwing down boards throughout the summer, suggesting a need for a larger trails-maintenance plan and targeted boardwalk replacements in the wettest sections.

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