Commission approves revival of former Blue Trail loop

A stewardship commission vote approved re-opening and revitalizing the former Blue Trail loop, shown in purple on the meeting map. A member moved to approve the project and another member seconded; the motion passed on a voice vote with the chair calling for 'Aye.'

The motion focused on restoring an existing alignment rather than creating a wholly new route; members discussed nearby wet sections, needed decking and the role of volunteer crews. Committee member (speaker labeled here as Committee member) moved: "That, we approve the revival of the former Blue Trail on loop as depicted in purple on the map." The motion was seconded and the commission approved it.

Members agreed to coordinate with volunteer crews for immediate tasks, including decking and planking across wet sections to avoid boots-in-water work. Presenter said scouts would be asked to help with the Saturday work party and that additional supervision (scout leaders, woodshop teachers) would be present as needed. The chair asked staff to check whether any segments cross state-owned land before expanding the green 'crosstown' proposal further.