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EDA hears timeline for trailhead and installation of public art 'dolla horse'
Summary
Staff told the EDA that the city-selected site for the trailhead will host a public art piece called the 'dolla horse' this fall and that the regional trail may be rideable from Center City to Taylor's Falls by late summer/next year, prompting calls to plan to capture trail visitors.
City staff updated the EDA that the chosen trailhead site will receive a public art installation known as the 'dolla horse' this fall and that contractor work to prepare the base is scheduled to begin immediately.
"He talked to the contractor. He's just the contractor's back from vacation and said he'll start working out this week," staff said about the installation schedule. Members discussed siting the piece so it fits current trailhead plans and noted the trail's regional construction schedule: one member said it looks likely the trail will be rideable from Center City to Taylor's Falls by late summer or early fall of next year, and urged planning to ensure Lindstrom becomes an attractive stopping point for trail users.
Members also asked about parking and amenities at the trailhead and whether the art installation would be movable if trail alignment changes. Staff replied the chosen location was selected to minimize relocation costs and that moving the piece later would be feasible if required.
