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Council reviews $1.5M Battle Creek Trailhead parking project in capital plan
Summary
Staff recommended funding the Battle Creek Trailhead parking/curb/gutter/sidewalk project at roughly $1.5 million with a proposed split between General Fund and CARE; design includes paved lower section and gravel upper area for horse trailers and a new restroom was already installed.
The proposed FY26 capital list includes the Battle Creek Trailhead project, which staff estimated at roughly $1.5 million and recommended funding with a split between the General Fund and CARE tax proceeds.
Public Works Director Neal Winterton described a concept plan that leaves the upper portion gravel to accommodate horse trailers while paving the lower section, and noted the project scope covers grading, curb, gutter, sidewalk, and asphalt for parking and circulation. Administrator Scott Darrington said staff recommended $760,000 from the General Fund and $760,000 from CARE to fund the project; staff also noted a new restroom was installed last year and the current proposal focuses on the parking and circulation improvements. Council discussion emphasized the need to accommodate horse trailers and noted contingency and construction management are included in the estimate.
