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Commission authorizes application to Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund for time‑sensitive Ashman Creek Trail land purchase
Summary
The commission authorized staff to submit a time‑sensitive land acquisition request to the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund for a property to serve as an Ashman Creek Trail trailhead; the grant would require roughly a 26% local match, which the city expects to source from outside funds.
City Engineer David Boyle briefed the commission about a time‑sensitive application opportunity with the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) for a parcel that could function as a trailhead for the Ashman Creek Trail. Boyle said the parcel is for sale, the DNR representative had supported a time‑sensitive submittal, and the application would require about a 26% local match.
Commissioner Talentino moved to authorize submission of the MNRTF land acquisition request for the Ashman Creek Trail property; the motion passed unanimously. Boyle said the city does not plan to use city general fund dollars for the match and will pursue outside funding sources to meet the required match if the application is successful.
