Maybranch Greenway within Levee Improvement District No. 1
Fort Smith
Summary
A proposed one-mile concrete trail segment crossing levee district land was rejected 3-1, with the no vote citing lifetime maintenance costs; supporters say it's a planned, grant-funded trail with no new flood risk. It returns November 17.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
No new yearly maintenance staff needed per staff; lifetime inspection and maintenance obligations run in perpetuity.
Trail users and nearby neighborhoods gain a safe eastside connection toward Creekmoor Park.
Director George Catsavis argued future taxpayers bear perpetual maintenance obligations.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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