State promises more funds to cover trail extension

The city will receive additional funds from the state for the long awaited trail project.

After the council made a request during its last meeting, public services director John Hehnke contacted the department of roads regarding additional funding for the Sidney trail extension project. He also worked on a cost estimate for the project with Baker and Associates.

“NDOR (Nebraska Department of Roads) has been true to their word, previously given to Gary, that they would be willing to increase their funding for this project if we were able to acquire the necessary right of way,” Hehnke said.

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