Grand Traverse County Pedestrian Bridge Replacement Project Stalled on Funding
What happened
Grand Traverse County has been advocating for the replacement of an old pedestrian bridge over U.S. 31. The county sent a letter to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources about a year ago urging them to replace the structure with an ADA-compliant bridge. Currently, the county is pushing for the DNR to select a potential site and resolve funding questions for the project.
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Why it matters
The project's progression relies on the DNR and the county figuring out how to secure the necessary funding. The county is exploring ways to contribute financially while awaiting state-level budget allocations for the replacement.
The Beitner Bridge in Grand Traverse County requires urgent rebuilding after flood damage and is seeking federal funding.
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Who's involved
- Grand Traverse CountyGrand Traverse County is leading the push for the replacement of the old pedestrian bridge.
- Michigan Department of Natural ResourcesThe Michigan Department of Natural Resources is the agency urged to secure sites and funding for the replacement.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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The State of Michigan's budget cycle may determine the availability of state funding for the project.
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The entities involved
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Grand Traverse County
county in Michigan, United States
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Michigan Department of Natural Resources
government agency of Michigan