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RTP Grant Application - Grooming Snowmachine Acquisition

What is this notice about?

Big Lake Trails, Inc. is applying for a Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant to buy a grooming snowmachine. The machine would be used to maintain the multi-use recreational trail system in the Big Lake area. The public can send comments or objections to the applicant by October 31, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

Big Lake Trails, Inc. is applying for a grant from the Alaska Recreational Trails Program, and public notice of the proposed project is part of the grant application.

What action is being taken?

The Alaska Recreational Trails Program is the possible funding agency for the proposed purchase of a grooming snowmachine by Big Lake Trails, Inc.

Who is involved: Big Lake Trails, Inc. (applicant); users of the Big Lake area multi-use recreational trail system

How can the public respond?

Respond by Sat, Oct 31, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“October 31, 2026”

Ways to respond

What to include

Public comment or opposition can be submitted to the applicant contact, Brian Miller of Big Lake Trails, Inc. For information about the Alaska Recreational Trails Program, visit http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/grants/trails.htm.

Contact

Brian Miller
Big Lake Trails, Inc.
biglaketrails@gmail.com
907-830-5551
PO Box 520787, Big Lake, AK 99652

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

  • Sep 17, 2026: Public notice posted
  • Sep 24, 2026: Notice posted online
  • Oct 31, 2026: Deadline for public comment
  • Mar 1, 2027: Proposed project start date (project continues through the useful life of the equipment)

Original notice text

Recreational Trails Program Grant Application – Public Notice Project Title: Grooming Snowmachine Acquisition Organization Name: Big Lake Trails, Inc. Date Public Notice Posted: September 17, 2026 Posted Online: September 24, 2026 Brief Description of Proposed Project: Big Lake Trails, Inc. is seeking funding to acquire a grooming snowmachine for use in maintaining the multi-use recreational trail system in the Big Lake area. Proposed Timeline of the Project: Project State Date March 1, 2027 Project End Date Ongoing through useful life of equipment Applicant Contact Information: Contact Name: Brian Miller Phone Number: 907-830-5551 Email Address: biglaketrails@gmail.com Mailing Address: PO Box 520787, Big Lake, AK 99652 Public Comment or Opposition can be submitted to the contact noted above. Deadline for Public Comment: October 31, 2026 The Alaska Recreational Trails Program is the possible funding agency for this proposed project. For information regarding the Alaska Recreational Trails Program, please visit the State website at http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/grants/trails.htm.

This summary was written by an AI model (Claude) from the official notice text. This is general information, not legal advice. Always confirm deadlines and instructions in the official notice. Legal disclaimer.