Monterey Rail Trail Extension Project In Preliminary Design
Monterey’s estimated $1.1 million rail trail extension project remains in the preliminary design phase. Consulting Engineer Jerry Warren said complications with utility locations have led to a request for a design waiver from T-DOT to reduce certain sections of the trail to eight feet. Warren said the engineering firm is reaching out to utility companies […]
Monterey’s Stamps Hollow Creek To Get Drainage Cleanup
Monterey’s Stamps Hollow Creek will be cleaned up pending final approval from the state, helping with drainage in the area. Engineering Consultant Jerry Warren said a section of the creek from Industrial Avenue to the Sewer Lift Station has been clogged. Warren said invasive species, sediment, and trees have accumulated. Warren said plans have been […]
Bid for Monterey Kayak Launch Dock Approved
Monterey Board of Aldermen approved a bid to construct a Kayak Launch Dock Monday at Meadow Creek Park. The launching dock will be wheelchair accessible and consist of a walkway to the kayak ramp. Monterey Mayor Mark Farley said this is one of many steps in improving the park. “Well that’s just a little more […]
Monterey Aldermen Postpone Accepting Soccer Field Bid
Monterey Aldermen tabled a decision on the only bid received for a new soccer field at Black Bottoms Sports Park. City officials received one bid for the project last month, $248,250 with an optional extra $35,500 charge to pave a parking lot. The decision tabled after aldermen were unsure about the city’s budget for the […]
Monterey Receives $1 Million Grant for Stormwater Drainage Projects
The city of Monterey will use a $1.178 million grant to improve stormwater drainage. The city applied for the competitive grant meant for resource protection back in August. Consulting Engineer Jerry Warren told the Board of Aldermen Monday night the money will help with some long-term issues, such as from Railroad Avenue to Industrial Avenue. […]
