Cedar City
Cedar City is dropping $29 million to revamp Vernon Worthen Park, adding a new bathroom and upgrading infrastructure. This big investment is all about making the park better for outdoor fun and will be ready for the St. George Marathon finish line.
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The city will receive $50,720.79 in grant funds and plans to use $33,813.86 in local RAP tax money.
Local hikers, bikers, and outdoor enthusiasts who use the trail.
Homeowners who may face higher costs or design restrictions.
The city is looking to secure state funding to repair the Cross Hollow Trail, which is a popular local spot for outdoor recreation.
The city is updating its engineering standards to ensure sidewalks and driveways meet federal ADA requirements, which may change how new driveways are built.
The city is working on updating how they build curbs, gutters, and driveways to make them safer and more accessible for everyone.
The city is updating its street and driveway standards because current designs make it hard for people with mobility issues to use sidewalks.