SWIMBA reports Pavlis Park adaptive trail is nearly complete; phase 2 parking and amenities still need funding

Sam Blaine, representing the Southwest Idaho Mountain Biking Association (SWIMBA), updated the commission on the Pavlis Park inclusive mountain‑biking trails at Avamore/Abemore, describing the system as "the 1st of its kind, purpose built adaptive trail in the network." He said the project includes directional beginner, intermediate and advanced loops (named Soft Serve, Milkshake Meadow and You Scream Ice Cream) plus a climbing trail named Stairway To Kevin in memory of a local rider.

Blain told commissioners phase 1 — the trail system itself — is about "70% or 75%" complete and staff expects required phase‑1 elements to be closed out within the calendar year. Phase 2, which includes a parking area, a memorial park (Pavlis Park), restrooms and storage, is pending fundraising and developer sequencing; Blaine said the earliest paving for parking could be spring of the following year but that final timing depends on the developer. He also named partners and funders who supported construction and outreach, including the Challenge Athletes Foundation, the J.A. and Catherine Albertson Family Foundation, Blue Cross of Idaho, REI and individual donors.

Commissioners asked technical questions about trail width and adaptive standards; attendees supported class‑1 e‑bike access and emphasized the importance of connectivity to the Eagle Ada Bike Park, Dry Creek and future subdivisions. Staff and commissioners encouraged SWIMBA to participate actively in the city's parks and trails master‑plan process to help secure connections and design continuity.