RTP Grant Application - Kennicott McCarthy Recreation Alliance (KMRA)

What is this notice about?

The Kennicott McCarthy Recreation Alliance (KMRA) plans to apply for a Recreational Trails Program (RTP) grant to improve existing trails in the Kennicott-McCarthy area during the 2027 season, working with the National Park Service. The work may include trail maintenance, trail upgrades, safety improvements and signs. The public can send comments or objections to the group's contact person until October 25, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

The Kennicott McCarthy Recreation Alliance intends to submit an application for funding through the Recreational Trails Program (RTP), and this public notice of the proposed grant application was posted to invite public comment or opposition.

What action is being taken?

The notice was posted by the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities. It announces KMRA's planned RTP grant application for recreation and trail-related improvements on existing trails in the Kennicott-McCarthy area. The work may include trail maintenance, trail enhancements, safety improvements and signage. It would run from May 1, 2027 to September 30, 2027, in partnership with the National Park Service.

Who is involved: Kennicott McCarthy Recreation Alliance (KMRA), the applicant; National Park Service, the project partner

How can the public respond?

Respond by Sun, Oct 25, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“October 25, 2026”

Ways to respond

Email mxykmra@gmail.com
Mail PO BOX MXY #26, Glennallen, AK 99588
Phone 907-554-2127

What to include

Public comment or opposition can be submitted to the applicant contact, Matthew Shidner, Vice President of KMRA.

Contact

Matthew Shidner, Vice President
Kennicott McCarthy Recreation Alliance
mxykmra@gmail.com
907-554-2127
PO BOX MXY #26, Glennallen, AK 99588

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

Sep 23, 2026: Public notice posted
Sep 24, 2026: Public notice posted online
Oct 25, 2026: Deadline for public comment
May 1, 2027: Proposed project start date
Sep 30, 2027: Proposed project end date

Original notice text

Recreational Trails Program Grant Application – Public Notice Project Title: Kennicott McCarthy Recreation Alliance Organization Name: Kennicott McCarthy Recreation Alliance Date Public Notice Posted: September 23, 2026 Posted Online: September 24, 2026 Brief Description of Proposed Project: The Kennicott McCarthy Recreation Alliance (KMRA) intends to submit an application for funding through the Recreational Trails Program (RTP). The proposed project is to support recreation and trail-related improvements serving the Kennicott-McCarthy area. The project may include trail maintenance, trail enhancements, safety improvements, and signage. The project is limited to existing trails in the Kennicott-McCarthy area in the 2027 season, and will be performed in partnership with the National Park Service. Proposed Timeline of the Project: Project State Date May 1, 2027 Project End Date September 30, 2027 Applicant Contact Information: Contact Name: Matthew Shidner, Vice President Phone Number: 907-554-2127 Email Address: mxykmra@gmail.com Mailing Address: PO BOX MXY #26, Glennallen, AK 99588 Public Comment or Opposition can be submitted to the contact noted above. Deadline for Public Comment: October 25, 2026

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.