Economic Development Grant and Trail Brochure

Anita Weston, Reporter

Rich Civic Times 

RANDOLPH, Utah. July 1, 2015.  Mitch Poulsen had written a letter in support of applying for a grant referred to as the Bear Grant for commissioners to sign.  He noted that there is $13,400 available to be used in Rich County from the Utah Economic Development Agency.  It can be used to help businesses have more resources available to them.  As businesses are helped, their support of the program increases.  Attitudes toward the program and business in general become more favorable.  The Commissioners were requested to sign the letter so that Mitch could receive these funds to help him in working with local businesses.

Mitch then presented a map to the Commissioners suggesting that it be used in creating a brochure to hand out to individuals desiring to use the trails in the area.  Commissioner Tom noted that too many of the trails cross private lands.  He suggested that trails on private land be removed from the map.  After a short discussion, it was decided to color the sections of trails that cross over private land be noted in a different color.  This would allow people to see where the trails are available, where private property is located, and how future plans for these trails is being considered.  Before many of the trails can be completed, a signed easement from the property owner will, of course, be required.