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RTP Grant Application - Yellow Hill Lake Trail

Department of Transportation and Public Facilities · Notice #225259

What is this notice about?

The Metlakatla Indian Community is applying for Recreational Trails Program grant money from the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities to build a trail around Yellow Hill Lake in Metlakatla. The project would include a boardwalk circling the lake and a walking path along the Airport Road side of the lake to make it safer for walkers and drivers. The public can send comments or opposition to the applicant until October 30, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

The Metlakatla Indian Community is applying for a Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant through the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, and public notice of the application is posted to allow public comment.

What action is being taken?

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities is receiving a Recreational Trails Program grant application for the Yellow Hill Lake Trail project. The project would build a boardwalk around Yellow Hill Lake and a walking path along the Airport Road side of the lake. The proposed start date is undetermined in 2027, and the proposed end date is undetermined in 2028.

Who is involved: Metlakatla Indian Community (applicant); Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities

How can the public respond?

Respond by Fri, Oct 30, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“October 30, 2026”

Ways to respond

What to include

Public comment or opposition can be submitted to the applicant contact, the Metlakatla Indian Community. Mention the Yellow Hill Lake Trail Recreational Trails Program grant application.

Contact

Metlakatla Indian Community
Metlakatla Indian Community
invasivespecies@metlakatla.com
907-886-1560

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

  • Sep 24, 2026: Notice posted online
  • Oct 30, 2026: Deadline for public comment

Original notice text
Recreational Trails Program Grant Application – Public Notice Project Title: Yellow Hill Lake Trail Organization Name: Metlakatla Indian Community Date Public Notice Posted: September 2026 Posted Online: September 24, 2026 Brief Description of Proposed Project: The Metlakatla Indian Community is applying to the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities through the Recreational Trails Program, for funds to start a trail around the Yellow Hill Lake in Metlakatla, Alaska. This project will include a board walk that will circle Yellow Hill Lake and a walking path along the Airport Road side of the lake to make it safer for pedestrians and drivers alike. Proposed Timeline of the Project: Project State Date Undetermined, 2027 Project End Date Undetermined, 2028 Applicant Contact Information: Contact Name: Metlakatla Indian Community Phone Number: 907-886-1560 Email Address: invasivespecies@metlakatla.com Public Comment or Opposition can be submitted to the contact noted above. Deadline for Public Comment: October 30, 2026

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