Trail Funding Explored

Another phase of waterfront development in International Falls could be aided by a new state funding program.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will use about 8-million dollars over the next two years toward the development of new recreational trails.

Speaking at last night's council meeting, city Administrator Rod Otterness says it could fit nicely towards the development of a trail along the Rainy River.

"We've not yet secured funding for that," says Otterness, "but I think we're all envious of what the Canadians have done to with their waterfront and would like to put together an application for this new state program."

Otterness says the city's trail could link to an existing one that runs along portions of Highway 11 toward Voyageurs National Park.