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Idema Explorers Trail Segments

The board was scheduled to approve state funding and an easement for the Bass River and Allendale segments of the regional trail, adding $248,126 in county matching money to a $1.28 million project.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 27, 2026

HighParks Rec

2026 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan

The county adopted its five-year parks plan, which keeps eligibility for state and federal grants and lays out two millage scenarios — renewing at 0.33 mills or expanding at 0.53 mills. Residents will likely see this debate again when any millage question moves forward.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jan 27, 2026