Community Meeting to Discuss and Evaluate Plans for Delaware County Water Trail
The Draft Delaware County Water Trail Plan for the Maquoketa River is currently open for public input, providing an opportunity for residents and visitors to shape the future of water recreation in the county.
The draft plan, developed in collaboration with the Iowa DNR, Delaware County Conservation, and East Central Intergovernmental Association, includes proposals for various improvement projects along the Maquoketa River from Bailey's Ford Park to the county line south of Lake Delhi [2][3].
Some of the potential projects identified in the draft plan include:
- Safety improvements to ensure the well-being of water trail users.
- Informational signage to enhance the educational value of the water trail.
- General improvements to better utilise and preserve the natural resources of the Maquoketa River.
- Improved boat launch and ramp designs to facilitate easy access to the river.
- Parking areas to accommodate visitors and trail users.
Community members can share their ideas and feedback during an Open House event scheduled for this Thursday night. The event will take place at the Delaware County Conservation Office/Nature Center in Bailey's Ford Park south of Manchester, with a short presentation scheduled for 6:30 pm and the open house running from 6 to 8 pm [1][4].
Input received at the Open House can help make the Maquoketa River Water Trail a more enjoyable and accessible destination for all. If you are unable to attend the Open House, ideas and input can be shared using a short comment form available at the Delaware County Conservation Office [5].
By attending the Open House or providing input through the comment form, you can help shape the future of water recreation and conservation in Delaware County. So, don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference!
[1] Delaware County Conservation [2] Iowa DNR [3] East Central Intergovernmental Association [4] Delaware County Open House event details (check local platforms for exact event details and how to participate) [5] Delaware County Conservation Office comment form
- The Draft Delaware County Water Trail Plan for the Maquoketa River, open for public input, offers residents and visitors a chance to influence the future of water recreation in Delaware County, Iowa.
- This comprehensive plan, created in partnership with the Iowa DNR, Delaware County Conservation, and East Central Intergovernmental Association, proposes several improvement projects along the Maquoketa River.
- Some of the potential projects include safety improvements, informational signage, general improvements to preserve natural resources, improved boat launch and ramp designs, and parking areas for visitors and trail users.
- On Thursday night, an Open House event will be held at the Delaware County Conservation Office/Nature Center in Bailey's Ford Park, south of Manchester, enabling community members to share their ideas and feedback.
- The Open House event, with a short presentation scheduled for 6:30 pm and the open house running from 6 to 8 pm, provides an opportunity for community members to help make the Maquoketa River Water Trail a more enjoyable and accessible destination.
- If unable to attend the Open House, ideas and input can still be shared using a short comment form available at the Delaware County Conservation Office, allowing local residents and outdoor-living enthusiasts to contribute to the future of Delaware County's water recreation and home-and-garden spaces as well as sports and sports-analysis interests.
