Trail Easement Acquisition — Douglas State Trail Connector

Acquisition of a 0.8-mile permanent trail easement connecting the Douglas State Trail to the county trail network north of Rochester. The appraised value is $214,000 and the negotiated price is $209,500. A DNR grant covers 75%.

Recommendation

Authorise acquisition of the easement and execution of the grant agreement.

Fiscal impact

$209,500 total; County share $52,375 from the Parks capital fund.