Multi-use trail design agreement tabled
City of RensselaerIndiana- Detected
- Sep 28, 2026
- 37 days ago
- Sector
- Parks & Recreation
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From the meeting
The council heard a $211,000 agreement with Commonwealth Engineers to design a multi-use trail from Community Corrections to Brookside Park. The scope includes surveying, easement and permit assistance, preliminary/final design, and bid assistance, but Mayor Phillips suggested tabling the decision until the next meeting. The work is still open and the path drew public comment.
A follow-up discussion with the council and Commonwealth Engineers is the next step.
- Meeting date
- September 28, 2026
- Agency
- City of Rensselaer
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