Another boardwalk extension proposed

The following resolution, proposing another extension of Sault Ste. Marie's boardwalk to the Bush Plane Museum and the Ermatinger National Historic Site (shown), is on the agenda for Monday night's meeting of Sault Ste. Marie City Council.

************************* Mover - Councillor T. Sheehan

Seconder - Councillor J. Caicco

Whereas construction of the most recent phase of the City's boardwalk has been completed and is being enjoyed by many residents and visitors alike; and

Whereas members of City Council and staff continue to receive many compliments with respect to this phase of the City's waterfront walkway; and

Whereas the City of Sault Ste. Marie has been recognized by many other cities for its waterfront development and, in particular, its walkway and bicycle paths along the St. Marys River; and

Whereas the completion of the City's hub trail initiative involves the continuation of the walkway system from the City's waterfront to several tourist attractions including the Sault Ste. Marie Museum, the Bush Plane Museum, the Ermatinger National Historic Site (Old Stone House) and the Clergue Block House and further connecting to other portions of the trail; and

Whereas it is imperative that the City not lose its current momentum in seeing this project continued through to its completion;

Now therefore be it resolved that appropriate City staff prepare a report for Council detailing the next steps to be taken including required design, funding and proposed time frames, to ensure that this very important initiative be completed at the earliest opportunity.

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