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Rail Trail may advance to 100% design; estimated design cost $325,000, overall project ~$4 million

Dover Park and Recreation Commission · January 28, 2026
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Summary

Staff reported a potential move to 100% design for the Rail Trail with an estimated design cost of approximately $325,000 and an overall project estimate of roughly $4 million (excluding the Needham bridge). One final public meeting remains in the current grant phase.

Staff updated the commission that they met with Dover representatives to discuss next steps for the Rail Trail and will decide whether to proceed to 100% design, with that phase estimated at approximately $325,000. The minutes list the overall project estimate as roughly $4 million, excluding the Needham bridge.

Staff said one final public meeting remains in the current grant phase. The decision to move to full design will depend on funding, grant requirements, and outcomes of the final public meeting and Collins Center review.