8.1 SR 09-19-2022Request for Action
To Item Number
Ma Tor and CinT Council 8.1
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
General Business September 19, 2022 iVlichael Hecker, Parks and Recreation Director
Item Description Reviewed by
Resolution for GNT Regional Trail Designation Cal Pormer, Cit�r Administrator
Reviewed by
Action Requested
Approve, byT motion, the resolution supporting regional trail designation for the GNT
Background/Discussion
Cit�T Council approved the Great Northern Trail (GN"I� Memorandum of Understanding in November of 2020.
This established a collaborative effort between Sherburne and Mille Lacs Counties, the cities of Elk River,
Zimmerman, Princeton, and Milaca�, herein referred to in the GNT Master Plan as the Partnership Group.
The partnership group met regularlyT with a trail planning consultant between February and JulyT of 2022 to
develop a master plan. Three open houses were held in April and May with an online surveyT option. A trail
master plan is required in the application process for regional trail designation. This designation could potentiallyT
provide for outside grant opportunities for trail maintenance and improvements.
The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimouslyT recommended the resolution on September 14, 2022.
Sherburne CountyT Park Coordinator Gina Hugo has been leading the partnership group in the development of the
masteY plan and will pYesent the resolution to Cityr Council.
Financial Impact
Elk River's total contribution to complete the GNT Master Plan will be $9,496.69 from the PIF.
Mission/Policy/Goal
OpportunityT to live, work and play
Attachments
• Resolution
• GNT Master Plan Draft
The Elk River Vision
A 2a�elcolning co�nlnunity 2a�ith T evolutiona� y and spizzted T esou� cefulness, exceptional
se�vice, and coln�nunity engagelnent that encou�ages and ins�iz•es pTo�pe�zty.
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Up�iited.• August 2020
City of
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City of Elk River
City Council
Resolution 22-
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Elk River Supporting Regional
Trail Designation Application for Great Northern Trail in Greater
Minnesota:
Trail name: The Great Northern Trail
Location: Sherburne and Mille Lacs Counties Date of Resolution: Se�tember 12, 2022
WHEREAS, the Cit�r of Elk River, as a joint applicant/paYtneY, fully supports the
application described in the BeguestfoT�Designation as a I�egional TTail in GTeate�•Minnesota and
authorizes the applicant's submission on half of the parmership.
WHEREAS, as a joint applicant/partneY we aYe fully awaYe of the information provided in
the application and associated responsibilities, including long-term commitments as defined
in the application and related master plan and supporting information as submitted.
WHEREAS, that the Great Northern Trail receive formal designation as a Regional Trail
in Greater Minnesota by the City Council, that as the joint applicant we have the legal
authorit�T to enter into formal designation and funding agreements with the City Council for
the referenced trail.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED byT the CityT Council of the CityT of Elk
RiveY, Minnesota, as follows: listed applicant and joint applicant/partner certify they will
comply with all applicable laws and regulations associated with regional designation and any
future grant funding for their respective portions of any project.
Passed and adopted this 19`�' day of SeptembeY 2022.
John J. Dietz, Mayror
ATTEST:
Tina Allard, CityT Clerk
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AUGUST 2022
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
PREPARED FOR:
SHERBURNECOUNTY
13880 Business Ctr Dr NW,
Elk River, MN 55330
www.co.sherburne.mn.us/
MILLE LACS COUNTY
635 2nd Street SE,
Milaca MN 56353
millelacs.mn.gov/
CITY OF ELK RIVER
13065 Orono Parkway
Elk River, MN 55330
elkrivermn.gov�
CITY OF ZIMMERMAN
12980 Fremont Ave,
Zimmerman, MN 55398
zi m m erma n.govoffice.com/
CITY OF PRINCETON
705N2ndSt,
Princeton, MN 55371
princetomm�.org�
PARTNERSHIP COMMITTEE
Project Manager
Gina Hugo - Sherburne County
Parks Coordinator
Committee Members
Tanner Anderson - Sherburne
County Streets Maintenance
Coordinator
Kevin Schultz - Mille Lacs
County Public Works Director
Dillon Hayes - Mille Lacs County
Coordinator
Tim Sevik - City of Elk River
Street and Park Superintendent
Michael Hecker - City of Elk
River Parks and Recreation
Director
Josh Baas - City of Elk
River Parks Maintenance
Superintendent
Randy Piasecki - City of
Zimmerman City Administrator
Keith Koehler - City of
Zimmerman Public Works
Director
Heather Brooks - City of
Princeton Commmunity
Development Manager
Michele Mcpherson - City of
Princeton City Administrator
PREPARED BY
DAMON FARBER LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTS
310 S 4th Ave, Suite 7050
Minneapolis, MN 55415
P: (612) 332-7522
www.damonfarber.com
THANK YOU TO THE COMMUNITY WHO TOOK THE TIME TO PROVIDE VALUABLE
INPUT ON TH/S PLAN!
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TABLE
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CHAPTER 01
Pg. 6
CHAPTER 02
Pg. 20
CHAPTER 03
Pg. 30
CHAPTER 04
Pg. 46
CHAPTER 05
Pg. 86
CHAPTER 06
Pg. 98
INTRODUCTION + CONTEXT
VISION + TRENDS
PUBLIC INPUT + PARTICIPATION
MASTER PLAN
IMPLEMENTATION
APPENDIX
I NTRO D U CTI O N+ CO NTEXT
INTRODUCTION
Railways helped build America during the westward
settlement of United States and connected people,
commerce, and culture from coast to coast. Minnesota was
once at the center of freight activity in the country, largely due
the Mesabi Range, which was the largest deposit of iron ore
in the world. Since the development of Interstate Highway
System in the early 20th century many of the railway routes
have fallen out of use. The Great Northern Railroad was in
service from 1886 until the mid-1970's. Since then, sections
of this rail system have been condensed as a result of this
national trend .
In the 1990's and early 2000's a coalition of interested
stakeholders began advocating for a rail to trail conversion
of the corridor that would relink communities and provide
residents with a place to walk, bike, and connect with nature.
Those early advocates helped pave the way for the current
8.5-mile trail that connects Elk River to Zimmerman. The
early volunteer coalition has since evolved into a partnership
of public agency leaders that are now poised to complete
another segment of the trail.
Trails that offer a rich and continuous experience require
thoughtful consideration of cultural and natural resources,
physical constraints, and user preferences. The Great
Northern Trail can become another asset for residents and
visitors in the region and beyond, connecting communities
with parks and open spaces. Along with bolstering city and
township open space networks, the trail will provide safe
routes to schools, improve access to nature, and become an
economic driver for local businesses.
Chapter 01 � Intro + Context
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Chapter 01 � Intro + Context
Project Overview
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The Great Northern Trail (GNT) is a 30 mile rails to trails project located within the Great
Northern Railroad alignment between Elk River and Milaca. The southern 8.5 miles of the trail
are constructed as a paved bike and pedestrian trail from Elk River to Zimmerman, with a stand
alone 2 mile segment within the City of Princeton. The extension project includes the remaining
19.5 undeveloped miles. The completed trail will provide an important regional connection
between the Mississippi River Regional Trail and the planned Ports to Plains Trail, creating a
100+ mile loop between the cities of St. Cloud, Elk River, and Milaca. The trail will also connect
visitors to important natural, recreational, and cultural resources along the corridor, such as the
Milaca mountain bike trails, the Rum River Blue Trail, the Town of Brickton historic site, and the
historic Princeton Railroad Depot.
MASTER PLANNING PROCESS
The development of the Great Northern Trail Master Plan was based in part on direct input from
existing trail users, property owners in the corridor, agency stakeholders, and the community
at large. Outreach included in-person meetings and direct phone calls to stakeholders and
constituents, a county-managed website with frequent updates about the study, city council
workshops, listening sessions, and open houses for the public. Using preference surveys and
other feedback loops, the master plan is intended to reflect the goals and aspirations of a broad
cross section of the study area and surrounding communities.
The master plan was developed as a collaborative effort between Sherburne and Mille Lacs
Counties, the Cities of Elk River, Zimmerman, Princeton, and Milaca; herein referred to as
the Partnership Group. The partnership group met with a trail planning consultant regularly
between February and July of 2022 to develop the master plan. Three open houses were held in
April and May with an online survey option for asynchronous input. A pop-up event was held in
July along the existing trail to gather additional user input on proposed trail designs.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. What is the timeline for the plan?
This trail extension master plan is a long-
term vision (25-30 years), requiring more
detailed analysis, public improvements,
and final design. Early phases of the trail
are anticipated to begin within the next
3-5 yea rs.
2. Who will pay for the new trail?
The trail will be funded through grants
from state and federal sources. Many
funding programs require matching
contributions from the local agencies
which own the trail corridor and apply for
the grants.
3. What does this mean for private
property owners in the area?
The master plan for the trail sets a
vision for the area, defining alignment
options, potential amenities, and safety
improvements.
4. Will it be safer for me to walk and
bike in the area in the future?
Yes, the plan calls for intersection
improvements on busy corridors to
enhance connectivity and safety for
pedestrians and bicyclists.
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REGIONAL SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT
What makes this trail regionally significant is its connection to the trail segment from Elk River, the
Plains to Port Trail, and connectivity to the proposed regional parks in Milaca and Princeton. As
a multi-use trail, this trail will provide recreational enjoyment to many individuals throughout the
region and state and will assist in boosting the tourism industry.
PROPOSER/IMPLEMENTING AGENCY
Sherburne and Mille Lacs Counties will be the principal owners of the trail. The construction
and required acquisitions for trail development will be the responsibility of the principal owners.
Operations and maintenance will be shared between all the agencies within the partnership group.
Future programming along the trail is an opportunity for continued partnership among the group.
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Built - Sherburne County
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Mille Lacs County
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Existing Context
SETTING/REGIONAL CONTEXT
The Great Northern Trail straddles two of the
three major biomes in Minnesota: deciduous and
coniferous forests. The pre-settlement vegetation
included Big Woods hardwoods with scatterings of
coniferous bogs and swamps in the north, and oak
openings and barrens with patches of aspen.
SITE INFORMATION
The Great Northern Trail is equally split between
Sherburne and Mille Lacs County, passing through
Elk River, Zimmerman, Princeton, the town of
Pease, and Milaca. The southern half of the trail
in Sherburne County is primarily wooded, located
a few miles west and parallel to Hwy 169. The
landscape is peppered with lakes that have been
developed with single-family housing. This section
of the trail has gaps in public ownership which will
require land acquisition. The northern half of
the trail passes through agricultural land and runs
directly parallel to Hwy 169. The historic rail bed has
significant vegetation that has grown up to provide
a tunnel-like experience as well as a strong buffer
from the highway. Remnant patches of wetlands in
this section host a variety of native flora and fauna.
Sections in Milaca and Princeton include views and
access to the Rum River, providing an opportunity
for a bike-paddle loop. An urban stretch of trail
through Princeton will require protected bike lanes.
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VISION + TREN DS
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As the Great Northern Trail changes over time, the quality
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opportunities will be revealed, along with new challenges.
Sustaining a welcoming, comprehensive, and balanced trail
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A visioning workshop was held early in the master planning
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and identify emerging trends. The outcome of that vision
workshop was then presented to the community, where the
public was asked to rank their top priorities. A summary on
public engagement and a ranking of guiding principles can be
found in Chapter 3. The guiding principles were continually
referenced during the master planning process to ensure the
designs aligned with the vision.
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Trends
OVERVIEW
The demands of a growing and changing
population in Sherburne and Mille Lacs
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makers to consider how the dynamic nature
of demographics, technologies, trends and
activities will affect trail user preferences
and programming needs. The following
section explores current trends and potential
implications for trail development. Planning
for change and building flexibility into the final
design will position the Great Northern Trail to
better adapt to future demands. The trends
listed are in no particular order.
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The demand for informal recreation such as
running, hiking, bicycling and fitness programs
are increasing in popularity. At the same time,
participation in organized league activities
have been decreasing since the mid-1990's in
Minnesota.
The transportation sector is one of the largest
contributors to U.S. greenhouse gas (GHG)
emissions, with passenger cars accounting for
18% of emissions in the United States. Alternative
modes of transportation such as walking and
biking reduce dependence on automobile use
and greenhouse gas emissions.
As climate change begins to impact wildlife and
landscapes more directly, parks and protected
natural areas are becoming increasingly
important in mitigating the negative impacts of
climate change.
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THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
The pandemic caused communities across the
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became ever more popular. As people sought
out places for distanced physical activity, parks,
open spaces and trails became high-priority
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Trails not only improve the quality of life, but they
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a region.
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in the regional economy. Homes and properties
located near trails tend to have higher values and
generate more in tax revenues than those farther
away.
People seek high-quality recreation amenities
when they are choosing a place to live and work.
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trends in 2021 is the focus on health and health
equity. This movement toward health and
well-being has been magnified by COVID-19 but
will continue well beyond the pandemic with a
greater focus on meeting the social needs of
communities.
Implications for trails support active living, more
walking, running and biking, social gathering and
spaces designed for reflection.
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PUBLIC INPUT + PARTICIPATION
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An extensive community outreach effort was conducted in
two phases, the first effort from February 2021 to July 2021
and then from April 2022 to June 2022. The first community
effort identified initial route alternatives. The second
effort was conducted to help identify and understand the
values, needs, and preferences of the community related
to improvements along the trail corridor. Public outreach
methods included community pop-up events, stakeholder
interviews, an online community survey, and listening
sessions. Some engagement activities were targeted at under-
represented stakeholders to create welcoming opportunities
for participation in the planning process.
Public engagement activities were held throughout the
planning effort and in conjunction with the following project
milestones:
• Design Charrette
• Preliminary Vision Plan Concepts Review and Approval
Engagement events and activities are shown in the timeline
Engagement Summary
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Three community events were held from
February 2021 to June 2022 at the Great
Northern Depot in Princeton and at the Fire
Department Station in Zimmerman. The purpose
of these community events was to share project
information, solicit community input on trail
needs and opportunities, and review the Master
Plan recommendations.
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The project team worked with the partnership
committee to identify and reach out to
stakeholders groups along the trail corridor. The
purpose of this stakeholder engagement was
to share project information, solicit stakeholder
input on needs and opportunities, and to
review Master Plan recommendations. These
engagement activities included a pop-up event,
stakeholder interviews, and listening sessions.
Online Survey
An online survey, intended to gather public
input and feedback on planning efforts from the
broader community, solicited 225 responses
from February 2021 until June 2022. The survey
solicited input on Trail needs, concerns and
opportunities.
FIGURE 1: SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EFFORTS
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• Princeton Open House #1 -
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Mar. 20th 2022
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June 6th 2022
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Partnership Committee (PC) Meetings
The project team met regularly with PC members,
consisting of city, county, and township staff
representing various jurisdictions that own
property in the corridor. The goal for these
meetings was to identify key stakeholders
and issues, review proposed findings, discuss
alternative solutions, and establish plan
recommendations and priorities.
City Council, County Commission, and
Township Meetings
During the planning process, the project team
attended City Council Work Sessions to introduce
the team and planning process, present the
results of community input, review the draft plan,
and to gain final approval of the plan.
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ENGAGEMENT TIMELINE
Community engagement efforts spanned the timeframe February 2021 to July 2022. The process began by launching an online community survey on the project
website and conducting stakeholder interviews. Targeted email blasts to stakeholder groups including a survey link and project information combined with in-person
engagement opportunities occurred throughout the process. Mailers were sent to residents in the corridor prior to open house events.
FIGURE 2: ENGAGEMENTTIMELINE
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Community Events and Stakeholder Input
Over 100 participants provided inputto the
Great Northern Trail Master Plan atthree public
open houses.
Open House 1- 1 10 Responses (50 attendees,
110 responses online). Gathered input on initial
trail route alternatives
Open House 2- 73 Responses (40 attendees,
22 responses in person, 51 online). Gathered
input on refined trail route alternatives, trail use
preferences, and amenities.
Open House 3- 75 responses (17 attendees,
12 responses in person, 63 online). We used the
input gathered from the second open house to
generate trail development prototypes and con-
ceptual trailhead designs.
Outreach Efforts
The project team worked with the partnership
committee to determine appropriate forums,
methods and/or events to facilitate engagement
with typically underrepresented community
members, including BIPOC, senior, and youth
communities. Listening session took place at
Princeton High School, Zimmerman Track Team,
and Milaca High School to engage the teenage/
youth community. A walk and talk session was
advertised and conducted nearthe Elk River
multi-family and senior housing communities. A
workshop was also conducted with indigenous
families to gathertheir input on the trail.
Stakeholder Interviews
Image boards were used to engage and
familiarize people with the project and start
conversations about what they envision for the
future of the trail (see FIGURE XX). Using color
coded stickers, participants selected their
highest priorities for future trail development
amenities. A portion of the exhibit was
dedicated for additional written comments,
suggestions, and concerns.
The voting board events complemented the
online survey and were essential for reaching
alternative audiences.
In addition, key informant interviews were
conducted to gain a better understanding
of potentially unmet needs, concerns, and
aspirations related to the study area. These
interviews included meetings with Snowmobile
and ATV groups, including the Rum River
Sno Riders based in Milaca, Mystic Riders out
of Princeton, Elk Lake Easy Riders, and the
Wrecking Crew ATV club.
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VOTES
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31: 55398 Sherburne County
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Trailheads
Trailhead 1: Zimmerman
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Trailhead 2: North Princeton
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Trailhead 4: South Princeton
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Potty with Screen, Drinking Fountain, Electric
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Areas of Conflict
Using the information gathered from the listening sessions, community
events, completion of the survey and interactive mapping, the most
common feedback was grouped into three categories:
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There are currently 13 gaps in public ownership along the historic
rail alignment. Most of these gaps occur between Princeton and
Zimmerman. Some of the property owners have built structures on or
near the rail bed that creates significant barriers to trail development.
The public agencies implementing the trail made a commitment that
eminent domain would not be used, and the long-term vision is to
acquire these properties as they come up for sale.
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There were also concerns from residences that own
property adjacent to the rail corridor. Property
owners were concerned with impacts due to trail
construction, such as vegetation removal and
opening views towards their homes.
There were also safety concerns with having
motorized use along residential neighborhoods,
particularly in the stretch south of Princeton.
During the first round of public engagement, we
heard an overwhelming opposition to motorized
use within the corridor. As we began to reach out
to snowmobile and ATV clubs we saw a shift in
preference for accommodating ATV use within the
north half of the trail. The existing trail corridor
between Princeton and Milaca is an MN DNR grant
in aid snowmobile trail. The route is an important
connection for snowmobilers, providing a link
between regional trails and destinations. The clubs
also have a vested interest in the trail, having made
infrastructure improvements for drainage.
FIGURE 8: OPNERSHIP GAPS
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MASTE R P LAN
Ove rvi ew
This chapter contains trail alignment plans and concepts that
have been vetted through extensive community engagement.
The plan is the result of collaborations between partnership
committee members, stakeholder groups, community
members, and design professionals. This is an ambitious plan
that will require long-term commitment from agency staff
as well as continued advocacy from community members.
The master plan chapter is broken down into the following
sections:
Segment Plans
Trailhead Concepts
Trail Development Typologies
Ecological /Natural Resources
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TRAIL CONTEXT
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Chapter 04 � Master Plan
Trail Segement Plans
OVERVIEW
For purposes of this plan, the Great Northern
Trail corridor has been divided into seven
planning segments, listed below, for ease of
describing and discussing the unique resources
and features along that portion of the trail. The
seven planning segments are defined as the
following:
Segment 1: Zimmerman to 273rd Ave
Segment 2: 273rd Ave to 293rd Ave (County Road 9)
Segment 3: 293rd Ave (County Road 9) to South Princeton
Segment 4: City of Princeton
Segment 5: North Princeton to 70th St
Segment 6: 70th St to City of Pease
Segment 7: City of Pease to City of Milaca
Multiple route alternates for each segment were
vetted through community engagement. As
many as five different alignments were studied
for each segment and a summary of these can
be found in the appendix. An overview of the 7
planning segments is illustrated on the next page,
with corresponding segment maps following each
detailed segment summary. Generally, the "A"
segments are the preferred routes that follow the
existing rail bed, and "B" segments are options
that utilize publicly owned right of way.
There are currently 13 gaps in public ownership
along the historic rail alignment. Some of the
property owners have built structures on or near
the rail bed that create significant barriers to
trail development. Private property ownership
and natural resource management will continue
to evolve after the master plan is completed
and implementing agencies should continue to
improve the alignment as issues arise or change
over time. Opportunities to reduce potential
conflicts with landowners should be taken into
consideration and pursued.
A PHASED APPROACH
The development of this trail has a history that
extends back to the early 2000s. Several factors
contributed to the delay in trail development,
including private property owners unwilling to
sell easements for the trail. Most of the gaps
in public ownership occur in the southern half
of the alignment, between Zimmerman and
Princeton, or segments 1-3. As stated earlier in
the plan, the public agencies implementing the
trail made a commitment that eminent domain
would not be used, and the long-term vision is
to acquire these properties as they come onto
the market. The master plan is recommending a
phased approach that connects the trail corridor
through existing right away along Hwy 45 in the
short term, with a long vision of developing the
trail along the historic rail corridor.
ACCESSIBILITY
All components of the trail, including the
trailheads, will meet current accessibility
standards issued under the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA). The corridor is relatively flat
and there are no significant grade changes that
will require slope flattening or ramping.
IMPROVED TRAIL CROSSINGS
Rapid flashing beacons are proposed at all major
roaway crossing, as shown in the segement plans.
A grade-separated crossing should be studied
at State Highway 23; and at a minimum rapid
flashing beacons should be installed.
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Segment 1: Zimmerman
OVERVIEW
Segment 1 starts at Lions Park in Zimmerman,
the terminus of the existing Great Northern Trail.
Bike trails are planned to connect Lions Park to
a larger trail network in Zimmerman, connecting
the Great Northern Trail to nearby schools and
neighborhoods. An overpass is being designed
at Fremont Ave and Highway 169, providing
a grade separated pedestrian connection
from Zimmerman to Grams regional park and
neighborhoods around Fremont Lake. This
segment will provide access to historic downtown
Zimmerman and amenities for trail users. A rapid
flashing beacon crossing is proposed at 273rd
Ave.
TRAI LH EAD
A trailhead is planned in this location, concept
designs for the trailhead can be found later in
this chapter. The trailhead was sized to provide
additional parking for future park and ride users.
SEGEMENT 1A
This route proposes to follow the former Great
Northern rail grade north from Main Street
into the downtown area using the 2nd Street
East right of way. A crossing of County State
Aid Highway (CSAH) 4 or Fremont Avenue is
required at the 2nd Street East intersection to
access city-owned former rail grade and continue
north through the city. The route proposes to
utilize existing Great Northern rail grade through
a privately owned oak woodlot and wetland
complex, crossing over the wetland on an existing
railroad bridge and continuing northward on
the former rail grade. This option would require
easement purchase of private property from
willing sellers.
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This route proposes to follow the former Great
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the downtown area using 2nd Street East right of
way. A crossing of CSAH 4 or Fremont Avenue is
required at the 2nd Street East intersection and
following Fremont Avenue to CH 45, then follows
CH 45 northward along trail to be constructed
along the east side of CH 45 right of way. This
segment has a 3/4 mile gap in public ownership
that crosses five privately owned parcels. The
largest parcel has an old RR crossing with
dramatic sweeping views of a prairie clearing.
The surrounding forest provides a natural
setting with mature oaks and a high quality trail
experience. Two property owners expressed
concern with this trail alignment due to the
proximity of their horse pasture and septic field.
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Chapter 04 � Master Plan
Segment 2: North Zimmerman
OVERVIEW
Segment 2 starts at 273rd Ave and extends
to 293rd Ave. There are two route alternates
for this segment, one that follows the former
Great Northern railroad bed, and the other
aligned on the east side of Highway 45. The
railroad alignment angles toward Highway 45,
and runs parallel to the road for the northern
half of the segment, which provides an option
to build sections in public ownership closest to
the highway to phase in properties as they are
acquired. A rapid flashing beacon crossing is
proposed at 293rd Ave.
SEGEMENT 2A
This route proposes to follow the former Great
Northern rail grade north to 293rd Ave, or County
Road 9. This segment has four gaps in public
ownership and crosses 16 parcels of privately
owned land. This option would require easement
purchase of private property from willing sellers.
A key issue for residents in this segment is trail
safety and concern about motorized use on the
trail.
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SEGEMENT 2B
This route proposes to construct the trail along
the east side of CH 45 right of way. The trail
would be constructed with a vegetated buffer
between the road and trail; see the trail typology
section of this chapter for more information.
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OVERVIEW
Segment 3 starts at 293rd Ave and extends to
Rum River Drive in Princeton. This segment has a
1-mile section of the Great Northern Trail already
constructed between Rum River Drive and 313th
Ave. Route alternate 3c takes advantage of a
constructed trail between 293rd Ave and 299th
Ave. This section of trail begins near the Highway
169 southbound offramp and appears to have
been built as part of the subdivision. Key issues
for residents in this segment are the proximity
of route alternates to their homes and any
vegetation removal needed for trail construction.
SEGEMENT 3A
This route proposes to follow the former
Great Northern rail grade north to 313th Ave
where it meets a constructed portion of the
Great Northern Trail and continues to South
Zimmerman. This segment has three gaps in
public ownership that cross a total of six parcels
of privately owned land. This option would
require easement purchase of private property
from willing sellers. Some of these parcels have
structures built on the historic railroad grade,
such as a horse barn and a garage.
SEGEMENT 3B
This route proposes to construct the trail along
the east side of CH 45 right of way. The trail
would be constructed with a vegetated buffer
between the road and trail; see the trail typology
section of this chapter for more information.
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This option would construct a grade-separated
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125th Street, where it would continue north
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then west back to original railroad grade on the
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Chapter 04 � Master Plan
Segment 4: Princeton
OVERVIEW
Segment 4 starts at Rum River Drive and extends
to 40th St north of Princeton. This segment
is primarily urban and will take advantage of
existing trails within Princeton, proposed on-
street striped bike lanes, and proposed protected
bike lanes within the public right of way. The
city of Princeton provides dining and lodging
amenities for trail users in downtown, as well as
convenient access to the Great Northern Depot
Museum. The Great Northern Depot is on the
National Register of Historic Places and is the
home of the Mille Lacs County Historical Society.
The museum has regular guided tours that will
connect trail users to the important history of the
railroad, and how it organized and shaped the
landscape as we know it today.
TRAI LH EAD
A trailhead is planned on the south side of Rum
River Drive on the west side of Highway 169.
Concept designs were developed to address
some of these issues and can be found later in
this chapter.
BLUE TRAIL LOOP
There is also an important connection to the
Rum River at Riverside Park. The boat ramp at
Riverside Park creates an opportunity for a blue
trail loop utilizing the proposed Great Northern
Trail via the boat launch in Milaca or east of Long
Siding. For example, a trail user could drop their
bikes off at Riverside Park, drive upstream to the
launch east of Long Siding, or for a two-day float
up to Milaca, and then float down to their bikes,
where they could complete their loop on the
Great Northern Trail. The Rum River is listed as a
wild and scenic river and provides a truly natural
scenic experience with two camping options
between Princeton and Milaca.
ROUTE ALTERNATES
The plan also explored several alternative routes
shown in dark purple that could be built in
addition to the primary route. The alternates
provide connections to additional amenities, such
as restaurants in downtown Princeton, Walmart,
and Coborn's grocery store.
SEGEMENT 4
This segment exits the existing paved trail on
original railroad grade and follows along the
south side of Rum River Drive on the existing
trail to cross under the overpass and continue
on the existing trail that follows along the east
side of Northland Blvd, just past Princeton High
School Track where it would then turn north to
connect along 11 th Avenue S, near Mark Park and
continue north to 1 st Street. This option would
bring trail users to the Princeton Depot and Mille
Lacs County History Museum before continuing
north to 2nd Street North and heading east
along 2nd Street to South Rum River Drive to
then head north along Rum River Drive, through
the roundabout at Hwy 95 to continue along
North Rum River Drive. This option continues
along North Rum River Drive under US Hwy 169
to follow along the east side of Baptist Church
Road to connect back to the original railroad
grade along the west side of US Hwy 169. We
do not anticipate that this option would require
easement purchase of private property from
willing sellers.
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Chapter 04 � Master Plan
Segment 5: North Princeton
OVERVIEW
Segment 5 follows the former Great Northern rail
grade north along the west side of highway 169,
starting at 40th St and continuing north through
the town of Long Siding to 70th St. There is an
opportunity in Long Siding to connect a spur trail
to the Rum River to facilitate a Blue Trail loop.
Segments 5 and 6 both have a 30' wide vegetated
buffer on either side of the trail that shields your
view of the highway and provides a strong buffer
from road noise. The mature trees provide deep
shade in the summer and a pleasant "tunnel
effect" along the trail. This segment is entirely
in public ownership and does not require route
alternates. A rapid flashing beacon crossing is
proposed in Long Siding.
MOTORIZED USE
This segment of the trail is currently a DNR grant
in aid snowmobile route and is also used by ATV's
in the summer. There is a desire to expand ATV/
UTV use in the area. The master plan explores
a trail typology that incorporates a dedicated
motorized use trail, which would remove much
of the existing vegetation on the east side, as
well as trigger wetland mitigation. Reference the
trail typology section of this chapter for more
information.
TRAI LH EAD
The town of Long Siding was identified as a
trailhead location due to the dining and lodging
amenities nearby. Restaurants in Long Siding
cater to ATV riders and snowmobilers by
providing ample parking and accommodating
larger groups; this makes it a natural destination
motorized activities. A trailhead concept was
developed that would accommodate both
motorized and non-motorized user groups;
reference the trailhead concept design section of
this chapter for more information.
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This segment contains the boundary of the Anoka
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geology of the area. There is also an opportunity
to interpret the historic town of Brickton, which
once contained one of the largest brick suppliers
in the state, making more than 20 million
bricks per year. The town had its own school,
general store, and post office, but has since
been demolished with only a small foundation
remaining. There is a MnDOT historic interpretive
plaque about Brickton located on the east side
of Highway 169. However, Highway 169 presents
a significant barrier to bikes and pedestrians, so
the master plan includes an interpretive node
which will be accessible to the trail.
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Chapter 04 � Master Plan
Segment 6: City of Pease
OVERVIEW
Segment 6 follows the former Great Northern rail
grade north along the west side of Highway 169,
starting at 70th St and continuing to the town
of Pease. This segment has one gap in public
ownership that crosses one private property.
Snowmobile groups have an agreement with this
property owner to connect their route, and at
the time of this master plan, they have expressed
an openness to selling an easement to allow trail
development. A potential trailhead could be
located at Dick Baas Memorial Park, but was not
studied further in concept design. There is an
opportunity in Pease to connect a spur trail east
to the Rum River to facilitate a Blue Trail loop.
Segments 5 and 6 both have a 30' wide vegetated
buffer on either side of the trail that shields your
view of the highway and provides a strong buffer
from road noise. The mature trees provide deep
shade in the summer and a pleasant "tunnel
effect" along the trail. A rapid flashing beacon
crossing is proposed at 89th St and in the town
of Pease.
MOTORIZED USE
This segment of the trail is currently a DNR grant
in aid snowmobile route and is also used byATV's
in the summer. There is a desire to expand ATV/
UTV use in the area. The master plan explores
a trail typology that incorporates a dedicated
motorized use trail, which would remove much
of the existing vegetation on the east side,
and trigger a wetland mitigation requirement.
Reference the trail typology section of this
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both sensitive issues in this area. Interpretive
signage could highlight the important function of
wetlands, as well as the wide variety of flora and
fauna within these ecosystems.
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Chapter 04 � Master Plan
Segment 7: South Milaca
OVERVIEW
Segment 7 starts in the town of Pease and
extends to Rec Park in the City of Milaca. Rec
Park has a robust set of park amenities, including
a splash pad, connections to mountain bike trails,
a boat launch, frisbee golf, an amphitheater,
and picnic shelters. The park also has regular
programming, including movies in the park,
and live music. An improved crossing should
be studied at State Highway 23; at a minimum
rapid flashing beacons should be installed, and a
grade-separated crossing should be considered.
This segment terminates at a new trailhead that
is integrated into Rec Park.
SEGMENT 7A
This route proposes to follow the former Great
Northern rail grade north to Rec Park in Milaca,
which would be the terminus of the trail. This
segment has two gaps in public ownership that
cross a total of eight parcels of privately owned
land. This option would require easement
purchase of private property from willing sellers
TRAI LH EAD
A trailhead is planned within Rec Park to provide
trail amenities and parking facilities for trail users;
concept designs for the trailhead can be found
later in this chapter. This trailhead will also
function as a starting point for the Rum River Blue
Trail loop that ends in Princeton.
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OVERVIEW
The Great Northern Trail crosses a variety of land
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signage. Trailheads are located at convenient
access points from adjacent neighborhoods
and major roadways. The Long Siding trailhead
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This typology utilizes a 50' wide corridor. The railroad initially had a 100' wide corridor and in some
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a 10' wide trail. All the 50' wide sections are between Zimmerman and Princeton.
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This typology utilizes existing public right of way along Highway 45. The goal of the plan is to maximize
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relocate within the public right of way. Planting buffers between the trail and roadway should be
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This typology adds a designated bike lane to the existing paved roadways in Princeton. The existing
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This typology adds a two-way protected bike lane along Rum River Drive in Princeton. Rum River Drive
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This typology utilizes the 100' wide railroad corridor along the west side of highway 169. The existing
railroad bed would be paved as a 10' wide bicycle and pedestrian trail, with a dedicated motorized use
trail constructed adjacent to the main trail. The two trails would be separated by a grade change, and
vegetated buffer and the motorized use trail would be limited to a 25-mph speed limit. This typology
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Trailhead Concept: Zimmerman
OVERVIEW
The Zimmerman trailhead replaces an existing park-and-ride lot in Lions Park.
The parking lot was designed to accommodate trail users as well as additional
stalls for the park and ride. Lions Park has two baseball fields, two softball fields,
a community building, concessions, and a picnic shelter. There are planned bike
trails through the park that will connect the Great Northern Trail to the nearby high
school and surrounding neighborhoods. There is also an opportunity to include
interpretive signage on Zimmerman's historic downtown in this location.
AMENITIES
Given the urban context, this trailhead includes an enhanced level of amenities.
There are EV charging stations for cars and bicycles, LED lighting, a picnic shelter,
wayfinding signage, and restrooms. A small gathering area with seating provides
a spot to eat lunch and accommodates passive use. The trail ares around the
outside edge of the parking lot to reduce circulation conflicts, and a separate
sidewalk creates a reaction zone between the trail and the parking lot. Stormwater
runoff from the parking lot is treated within the parking island. The parking lot is
well-shaded with canopy trees to create a more welcoming experience and cooler
microclimate.
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Trailhead Concept: South Princeton
OVERVIEW
The South Princeton trailhead replaces a paved park and ride lot owned and
operated by MnDOT. The parking lot currently has several social issues, specifically
loitering and overnight use. The parking lot was sized to accommodate trail users
as well as additional stalls for the park and ride. There are existing trails that
connect to downtown, the nearby hospital, and surrounding neighborhoods. The
associated roundabout is missing a pedestrian crossing that should be added to
provide a clear connection to the north.
AMENITIES
This trailhead includes enhancements to improve public safety and amenities for
trail users. There are EV charging stations for cars, LED lighting, a picnic shelter,
wayfinding signage, and a portable toilet. A small gathering area with a seat wall
provides a spot to eat lunch and accommodates passive use. Stormwater runoff
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Trailhead Concept: North Princeton
OVERVIEW
The North Princeton trailhead is located on a triangular green space along
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ATVs and Snowmobiles, as well as larger stalls for trailers. The Long Siding Bar
and Grill borders the site on the west side and provides convenient dining and
entertainment.
AMENITIES
This trailhead includes amenities for motorized and non-motorized trail users.
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use. A small plaza with picnic tables provides gathering space for small groups.
Stormwater runoff from the parking lot is treated within the median. Canopy trees
shade the parking lot and buffer road noise from Highway 169.
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Trailhead
OVERVIEW
Concept: M i laca
The Milaca trailhead is located within Rec Park in the city of Milaca. This trailhead
functions as the northern terminus of the trail and starting point for the Rum River
Blue Trail loop. Within Rec Park there are connections to a growing mountain bike
trail network, a boat ramp, splash pad, and picnic shelters. The new trailhead is
sited against an existing wood line outside of the floodplain that will shade the
parking and provide a comfortable sense of enclosure. Downtown Milaca is a
short bike ride down 2nd St NW where trail users can access dining and lodging.
AMENITIES
This trailhead includes basic amenities for trail users due to the rich resources
present in Rec Park. There are EV charging stations for cars, LED lighting, a picnic
shelter, wayfinding signage, and a porta potty. A small plaza with picnic tables
provides a spot for passive use. Stormwater runoff from the parking lot is treated
within the parking islands. Canopy trees shade the parking lot and create a more
inviting space.
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Ecological and Natural Resource Plan
OVERVIEW
Significant portions of the trail corridor have been
urbanized or developed for agriculture, however,
there are segments that include hardwood forest
communities, non-forested wetlands & emergent
communities, and upland prairie communities.
An analysis of the Minnesota Biological Survey
GIS layers did not identify any portions of the trail
that cross sites with a biodiversity score. That
said, the trail intersects publicly owned forests
and associated streams, rivers, and wetlands that
support a diversity of wildlife.
RESTORATION ACTIONS
During trail development, restoration actions
to support native plant communities should
be tailored to the specific plant communities
adjacent to the trail. Restoration actions will
involve invasive species removal, seeding
& planting to enhance and expand native
populations. Restoring impacted areas have both
biological and functional benefits. For instance,
native prairies increase habitat value while also
providing visual interest for trail users and help
retain snow cover on the trail. In addition, the
permanent vegetative cover would slow wind
speeds and filter runoff, reducing erosion.
Restorative actions should also support soil
health and include long-term monitoring and
management activities.
M I N N ESOTA BI O LOG I CAL SU RVEY no-net loss protection rule to MN's wetlands.
As mentioned above, the Minnesota Biological
Survey did not uncover any sites with a
biodiversity score along the trail. This data
identifies Native Plant Communities that intersect
with the Minnesota Biological Survey Sites of
Biodiversity Significance. It was developed by the
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
and contains information from the Minnesota
Biological Survey, State Park land cover data, MN
DNR Forestry native plant community data, and
Wildlife Management Areas land cover data. It
includes areas representing the highest quality
native plant communities remaining in surveyed
areas. These areas are a focus of conservation
efforts.
WETLAND MAPPING
A study of the National Wetlands Inventory (NWI)
data identified several wetlands that intersect the
trail alignment. The built-up railroad grade within
these sections will keep future trail development
out of the wetland. In areas where the trail
would need to be widened to accommodate
motorized use, displaced wetlands would require
agency approval and mitigation, such as wetland
banking. Wetlands are governed by the Wetland
Conservation Act (WCA) and regulated by local
governmentjurisdictions. WCA provides a
WCA requires that, "anyone who proposes to
fill, drain or excavate a wetland must first try to
avoid wetland impacts at all cost. If avoidance is
impossible, the second step is to minimize those
impacts and, finally, replacement is required
for any unavoidable wetland excavations, fills,
or drainage." Any activities in the wetland must
undergo an application and review process prior
to obtaining a permit.
WETLAND BANKING
Wetland banking is the process of restoring or
creating wetlands to offset impacted wetland
and contribute to the WCA's requirement of no-
net loss in MN's wetlands. A wetland must be
restored or created under a wetland banking plan
approved in advance by the LGU before it can be
deposited in the state wetland bank to provide
wetland banking credits. Banking credits can be
sold to entities & applicants as a replacement
towards no-net loss efforts where other projects
cannot avoid wetland impact. Replacement
ratios, wetland types, and locations are factors
in replacement requirements & suitable banking
credits. For more information: https://bwsr.state.
mn.us/sites/default/files/2019-04/WETLAND
General_Wetlands_Regulation_in_Minnesota_
v2.1 _March_2019.pdf
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Programming, Marketing, and Research Plans
PROGRAMMING PLAN MARKETING PLAN RESEARCH PLAN
There are several programming efforts ongoing
within the existing trail corridor that would be
expanded as part of the master plan. In the
winter, the southern section of trail from Elk
River to Zimmerman is groomed for cross-
country skiing and would be expanded with the
trail extension. The existing snowmobile trail
between Princeton and Pease is maintained by
a snowmobile group that provides fire rings and
firewood along their groomed trails. Fire rings
are planned at trailheads and at trail waysides
in segments north of Princeton. Existing
programming efforts within the City of Princeton
and Milaca parks could be utilized by trail users,
such as movies in the park and live music in
Rec Park. A variety of interpretive themes were
explored during community engagement that
would provide opportunities for self directed
tou rs.
The long-term vision is for the trail to become
an economic driver for the area and establish
the cities of Elk River, Princeton, and Milaca
as recreational destinations for road biking,
paddling, and mountain biking. This will require a
concerted effort by the chambers of commerce,
county, and stakeholders to market the area
through a robust branding campaign. In the
short term, marketing the trail will primarily
occur through a coordinated social media effort
between the partnership committee members.
Sherburne County has a parks department
webpage with information on their parks and
trails that gets regularly updated, as well as a
strong social media presence. The county's
Facebook page has 4,000 followers and regularly
highlights various parks in the park system. The
trail is already listed on AIITrails and Trip Advisor,
which will need updating after construction.
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This project is uniquely poised to examine how
motorized and non-motorized uses can co-exist
within a 100' wide right of way. Post occupancy
evaluation of the trail could help future designs
where multiple uses are desired. With the rising
popularity of e-bikes, there is also an opportunity
to study changing preferences and needs of
trail users. During the master plan process, we
heard from a few e-bike users, but over time that
population of trail users will only continue to rise.
The partnership committee members will work
with the Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and
Trails Commission on research initiatives such as
visitation counts, recreation trends, and intercept
surveys as requested.
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IMPLEMENTATION
Introduction
Construction of the Great Northern Trail will be phased
as funding sources and acquisition opportunities become
available. The public agencies involved have made a
commitment that they will not use eminent domain to obtain
properties in the trail corridor. Under this approach, it could
take 10-20 years for the properties needed to complete the
trail to come up for sale. To complete a continuous trail
system the plan recommends a phased approach that avoids
gaps in public ownership. As properties come up for sale
additional segments along the railroad corridor could be
brought online.
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Operations & Maintenance
OVERVIEW
The members of the partnership committee will
enter into a maintenance agreement that will
define the level of care and responsibilities for
maintenance on their portion of trail. General
maintenance items include but not limited to:
- Tree and brush trimming to keep the trail clear
- Pothole patching and crack sealing
- Bituminous overlays as required
- Sign maintenance and replacement
- Drainage structure repair
- Erosion control as needed
- Annual Inspections
- Enforcement and security staffing
INVASIVE SPECIES
Invasive non-native species are known to exist
along the existing trail corridor, but specific sites
and species were not inventoried. The spread
of invasive non-native plant species is a concern
for any activity that results in soil disturbance.
Trail users could contribute to the spread of
invasive species. To minimize the potential of
spreading invasive species, the trail should be
monitored for invasive species during summer
uses, especially during the first year after a new
use is added or expanded. Where OHV use is
occurring, partnerships with ATV clubs should
be established to assist with invasive species
monitoring along the trail.
Prevention strategies include the following (from
the DNR's Operational Order 113):
• Identify and map invasive plants on the trail and
adjacent lands;
• Minimize vegetation and soil disturbance during
maintenance and construction;
• If working in an area with invasive species,
prevent spreading viable roots and seeds by
cleaning equipment;
• Use weed free surface hardening materials on
the constructed treadway;
• Re-vegetate disturbances with temporary non-
invasive cover crops to avoid erosion and allow
native vegetation to re-populate the disturbance;
• Monitor disturbed sites particularly during the
time vegetation is reestablished, and periodically
thereafter; and
• The use of fill material (soils) from borrow sites
could create an opportunity for invasive species
to be moved or introduced into new areas.
Top organic layers would be removed prior to
excavating fill materials so that only mineral soils
would be distributed along the treadway.
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Table of Contents
The appendix contains supporting documentation for
the master plan and is broken up into the following
sections.
• Resolutions of Support
• Letters of Support
• Route alternates study and results
• Analysis diagrams
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1. 7rai1 has trees Eor shade. 106% sun may limit use. 2. Easy navigatiQn, 3. Least amount teaffie �rossings.
6uild �edestrian 6r�dges o�er ar under roads. A. I would iike ro see option for snowmo6ile use in
winter, 6ut no AN use in summer. Tr�il may ha�e less pedestrian tra�c in winter so share, but AN t�affic
tpo dangerous tor dncreased tra#fc in summer. 5. Coe�cerned easemenrs need to he written m a way to
reduce lasing them in the future -- see this wrc#� other trai�s (more hikingy
7. Good iuck! VJe enj4y walking the trail and lo�e the fact that it is now paved. 5aw aur#irst and only
6arred owi! SpierJ a cioe and her 6a6y Fawn yesterday. Thanks again.
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F. Sorne s�f thP earhy gaps snlution �n�olve getting private land but da ncet incli�ate that - what is
the plan if those land owners are no. interested in sefling? why would the trail not just move to parallel
eaunty 45 whenever the priWate lands are reot available or in some �ases where they are 6ut aee land
locked by private land ncat availa6le?
2, I feel very stronc�ly a6outthis trail nQi 6eing a motoiixed uehicfe trail as the ma�ority ot itthat's
built alrea�y is not motaeized.
3, I sefect�d motoriaed usa prohibited, 6ut i# the moForiaed use were on a separ�te traii �djacent to
the bike trail, I woufd be okay with ir.
$. ISyou spend the money, snowmobiles and atv should be allowed
4, Ha�ing served on th� rails to trails 4ask farce myself #pr seWer�l years in the mid 90s iS �s amazing
to me thak this hasnt been accamplisheri yet. Exc�dlenS idea establishing gaps and reqUesting public 9. The reason for choosinc� no motorized use on the trail north af PrinceAon is because there is
comment on trail opfions. However, we wefl know thak any of the trail options with a willing seller is the aCready heavily used AfiV trails throur�h the ditches on the E�st side oi id4. I don'k tE�ink it would be
route that shaul�! be taken to make this trail ulFirnately passibly. Unwill�ng seFlers is why we dont ha�e necessary #o have AiV traii; a�ailable on both sides of f 69.
this trail today. TFrank you for contEnu3ng to plug away at this.
10. �ption choiL�s are m�de with the assumption of praperty owner willingness fo sell or grant
5. Based on 4he informatian I have seen to date, � am 14(]� appased to de�elo}�ing this tr�il, Seems easement. fl+fy pribrity +s to make the trail happen. Motorised �ehicies adong �,vith non mosoriaed use
like such a wast� of money, whe� there are �Iready so many opti6ns for recre�tion, My property taxes se�erely degrades the experience af non motoriaed users and is a saiely concPrn for those on foot. 1
go up dnuble khe r3tP rny inrome dQes, 6ut I h��e seen marginaE +mprouementta the road oast my sfrongly prefer non motoriaed use where possible.
prapec';� � ha rc�ids �.v� all �!rive on should be im�ro�ed long before a trail is 6uilt.
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SURVFY COIVlMENTS jC�NT'D]
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� �. PIE.'85@ JC]'lql BIIGw fT1USOfi2F1(i �5L' q11 dfly �.7p1";IOfI q{ til� [fldl. WH QWfI I3fYCj f1Px[ k� CUYYP�It ra�l 19. Love tf-�e curcent trail frpm Elk Rr�er tp Zimmerman, hppeful it ean be extended [a Pvli[aez,
bed awned by Mille Laes County and �res�aassmg by motorixed vehicles �s a s�gnificant problem. preFerabky on ra�lraad F�ed wlflut ATVs.
12. I think it wau�d be amazing to have a road blke trail. I dont feel safe reding arounr� Malaca or 2Q. This will 6e a great trail. We're exciterJ to see it come togetf�er!
PrinCeton and alsa wouldnt want ta get fist 6y an AN on the trail. May6e it could k�e Irke the trail in
pnam�a and che aa�ls are side by side? �i. Would dk be possihle to keep traii away from Hwy 169.1 +,uoukd like to see zhe trail go north aut
of Prince#on pass the schoaks and #ollaw county rd 4 tao Nlilaca away #rcam hwy t64 noise.Would it be
13. The entire thing is a harra64e idea. poss]61e to da the same [o if trail were further west of Hwy 169 to get co Mi{aca following a county road.l
1 A. From Zimmerman a[I the way to Milaca shoufd be motorized usel!! Aisa, hape this is coming {rom really wish ta kEep the traii away from a 6usy hwy.We ha�e that issue with the trail between Al6any and
the le ac fund. Will work acti�el a ainst this, have more im ortant issues our count shovld 6e us�n S�uk Center.Woule� it he possible to samehow gei a traik to include the Sher6urne Wildlife Refuye.Agam
g�' Y� � `3' `� keep up the goad wark on planning,mu�h antidpated!�I1
tax payersiur�ds!
22. Need to extend motorized �eh�cle vse an full trail
15, Id like to see the trail closer to 169 ancl away from pri�at� praperties, We ha�re a 1 Ct acre hobby
farm, and the proposed rautes run very close to our horr�e. My famify chose our property for privacy, 23. I wauld recommend the trail alignment foUow the west side oF county road R5 nonth o# county
hunting, rais�ng horses, and other re�reat�onal actialtses. Allaw�ng the public ro pass throu}h our road 4 all the way through Zimmerman instead of jogging t4 the east as the option descri6es. There was
praperty infringes on our pri�acy and our a6iliry to continue with our awrr recreational acti�ities. no option to choase fram for t�is praposai.
16. Please keep the trail withi� railroad ROW +,ulterever feasible. If its easiet [o dewelop the trail alonc� �G, I la�e riding my 6icycle on a1d railrr�ad 6ed trails. Please try to retain as much of the original
CR 4S, e.g. 6etv,+een Zimmerman and 293rd, thats nat a dea[breaker. I}ust reaUy want a trail fram Eik straight lines as possi6le without riding on roads. 7his eould kaeeome a gem destination trail equal to
River to Milaea. Rnd if youre working with the e�ty of Mila�a, yafl m+ght as well [aik with therr a6out others in Minnesota.
developing the Brook Park to Saint Claud �orridor irrto a 6ike trail.
25. As an avid cyclist (45Q0 miles in the last 4 months} I know completing this trail will increase
17. It is of[en hard to get folks to travel in anyFhing other than the shortest way between two points. tourism and 6usiness wifl pop up along the route tha# support the bikers. Bikers will travel Sa the new
[rail and support the many 6usinesses along the raute. It would 6e great to stay as dose #a the original
18, This is a great projeek. 1 hope that the ciUes wifl aiso be adding more tralls in the ciry limits for RR line if finaneially possi6le.
greater access ta the Gf�lT, and I do think this should be discussed in detail with �immerman, Princetan,
arrd Milaca. Mare access ta the trail will mean morc riders. I would lo�e ta E.oad up my kids and drop 26. Within existing coordidor, rrossing County Road 19 - traffic #rom east is tra�elmg �ery fast and si4e
them oH and have them bike 6ack home without me having 10 pick them up on the o#her side of tawn. line �s too short ta rross safely. �ram the west !a good - �isibifity es Far enough to see tra�c com�ng fram
an adequate distance.
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Camn�unoty �e�elopmenz Ma�ieger - Priaxeto��
I recei�ed very �rositi�e feed6ack from people who came to the Princeton area paths from Count}� Raad
4 to #he nortf� end af PrinceYon. A fot of "we don't care what route as long as it is cornpleted:' There were
some �on�erns rec�ard�ng the route currently in place hauing ta �o ahrouc�h the rounda6out on the Rum
R=�er C?rive ancl ;he 159 ii=[erel�ang� and m�nyr peaple mentionec� ti�at �t �nroulr� bE �,^eferrert to ��ave a
sF3u� tn �iow��tnv��: tr�� c=nco�.iraye e�c;n�:m�c deWeloprnent. Qv�iall tfie tne�'nE wds p�7_.ili�•e.
Chns Berg
l7irectcr of L� nd Scrvires Millc l.acs C.ounty
�he main takeaweys thas 9 gamed �rom the event:
i. hiearly everyone would prefer a 6ike trail anly.
2. Connectiviry is meare rmportant than the route.
3. bo not attempt to cross parcel 12-fl12-6b0[J
a, Head west to Co Rd 5?
6. F€ead east to Fireslde Rd and arournd up to 12pth Street7
c. IYs a tough erea - lots of weklands,
4. Milaca did not engage with propercy owners in csty limits, and their input is needed fa� that
northern most gap.
5. C=ty af Pe�sc ane! �rca property awn�rs are super supportiv� of the proposed bike trail.
GREAT NQRTH�RN TRAIL I t�:�P ANALY515/ PUBLIC EN�iA.CxECv1ENT SUMMARY
Gina Hugo
Parks CooreJinatar - Sherk�urne CounYy
I heard 2 main themes:
1. Positi�e energy for the vision af a nan matorized r�creational tra+l albng the corridor - this th�me
�� rried less can�em abaut exact placement a! final alRgnrnent
�. Coneems about tratl running aeross the faa[k af pri�ate praperty, coupled with ton�erns from
o�=,er la*�da+�rners at�aut losing prlvacy �long County Road 45 and safety concems abauz homelp�aperty
.a��c�srity.
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�rvund resfrJential properties nn the souEh, east and north
property ed�ges Ucfpre headin J str�ight np�eth to 243rd ta
return to originad rei3road grada on pu6Eitly owned trail
rnreidcrr. This wpi+ld require Pasernenf quechase uf �,rErrate
praperty from willin� sellers.
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This pptio�n wpuld leays+or�gina! railroad grade tn skirt
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property edga, them m�tinue straigh[ nvrth along property
�>oundary+ron rea�dent�:il prrvate rural land to 293rn A�enue
then wesc an nflnh sid� ai243rd to reaurn eo ociginal
f-� Irc�ad ���acie on }�,aksl,cly csw�ierJ tra�1 r,�irr�cinr. Th�s would
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This aptian would construct a grac3e separated rrail alang
[he east s�de aI 128th Streei �CoWnry Raad 45j from
Zimmerrnan to 393tY� Ave �n'P��nceton rn pu6lic owned
RDW. We do not anticipate that this option wpuld require
easement purchase.
Resute Altsrnate 2
Thrs aptian would cansteuct a grada se�arated treil along
the eas� s�de of i 28th 5tre�; (Counry FfQad 4'�5] from 287th
Aver�ue ta 291th Avenue ta return to ariginak raifroad grade
on publicly owned trail corrldor.
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Thrs optian would mnstru�t tra�l on nr�ginal raiiro�ad grade
on �ublie;y ownec� c[arr dor for appanximately'h m�le where
pu6lic owne ship of �arndor ends Form 4here it would
head u�est tu a yrade sepa�rted era�l ran the east si�ie oF
328th Street {Caunry Road 45} on pu6licly owne� RflW far
anothe� 'i mile before ag�in hear��ng east ta retu+n orEg�na€
railroad grade on pvbli�fy awned trari earridor. This would
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residemial ne3gh'�arhood on the east side of 125[h 5treei
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head nvnh c�n � through l�n� ih�t woi 9d al�. o requ�re easement
pu chase vl private prnperty lr+.��m wi.11 g sell r. te� 313th Avenue
�o cross over tu nunh 3idu oF 3131h A�e ancl 9:eae9 east un yradr.
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Th�s a{rtion w�uld coniinue ne�rth an c�rarle
se�:�ratec7 traif ainny 106thAvenue to 9a�tixr
churrh roah and would follnw ilnnc� south s rL�
aF tlris �oaal ari �rar.ie sepxate E trn I[�s c� ��r •r ,
hack to originaV railrnacl qraie alnnq th „
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This Optimn w�ul I �.:�.,I� I� i�., .; �
c�rade separa[ed tr3 � �-,r r� �.r �: t t N���
Hiy{rway in E�uhkirly awn+� l kCJW tn cnnne�:t
ba�k to �riginaf raif�pacl gra�le alonq the wc�s[
sic#e r�t US Htvy 169. We da nnt annciq.�atc� fhat
kh+s og�tivn cvuld requ+re e�sement purcha�e
�f private poop�rty from willing sellers.
�daute AlFernate 3
Thi�, �y�a[inn c[ nt n��es alc3ne� lJ�rth Rum Rivr-��
C7nve to cross [i5 Hwy 1 bS' and fallow alung the
aa54 sri:le e�f FleE�'�sl t-lrurch'Ruad tr z+annect
6ack Eo nriginal railroa� gracle alang die wesl
sir�e of L15 Hwy it�4. W�� c3� n�t antic�g�ate lhat
[his opti�on could rer�uirr easem�ni F7u�ch�se
oF pri�vate prnperty from willing sellc�.�s.
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Of Prmtetao tnlhe west
stay art iL1�71i� Ave - whi[h
turns �nto 164i11e dats
t�uRry ��ad �02 - �hf5
eomrs rigl,f rnlo long
sidmg Rr Co�nty Road
13 (55 screeij n�ad west
rarra��ra,�+7dnE�d-
where �� berflmes �25th
Qr CmunPy Aoad 5- us thrs
afd fhe wap ta Mrlacalo
crnss 23 andp�cxced ro
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° `�� � , �i r �ease from the sciuth on publicly owned land. There would �
�-� "� '�'��_ 11�� _� a fhen neecJ to6e an easement pur�hasecJ from wrlliny 1.�11er�;etfC 3
f' -. ��T' S�Y1�L'7 �.s'.�4 �� �"!�€
, � i � � landowners in order fcrr tihe trail;a then head wesTTo 115tn
4 rY� :. � ..," "�' . '.Y,. . Rve.. 7i�e trail dr sidewaik wou6d then head noRh �on 115th
� � '���� `; ,� . ''�� � Ave. unnl hirting Cerctral Ave. The trail or sidewalk would �hcr��
t '�� 'i � �,�� �`� �,� f� vavet alangside Centrel A�e. and head north ael the way to �
,'�,� ��-� � �,� �� � � ' .�� �, � � � y Wes4 Main St whFrc it wr3uEd then enter;he publ�dy awnecl
�•... -. �-rr�,� grac3e and th�en cc,nti�rue north oue o4 the City of Pease
P�� �tC�� �� ��� . • =i � ��. • 4� ii 41�rrr �.r�;i;.r
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�„� ' �� , -R. �:�„� � '���� : : - i from the south an publicly owned €and.7herewould then
M 't��, l � ~ '� . � � - • ^� r�e�d tu be �asements �*ur�hased From w�liin� landowners
�� ino�rderferthetraileoheadNlNEarvundfheekistin
'� '`� � ' ���'� � y ' - [ownhouses and Ehen 6a�k to [he northwest onto th e
o� ��, . ' r , pr�vazelyowned original grade andthen headmg north on
���# ;'� *� �rr- �1!{�� the or�ginal grade� co �ust pasc W Iriain Sa. where it would
f �� =� � ` then qp back nn the publir.ly ownm_d �crrtian of thc+ grade
and head north fram the City of Pease.
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��1u .I-� ��� ��`,.1' . Raute altcenate 3 wouEd ha�e the trail enxenng [he City
+� `�^ of Pease From the south on pu6licfy awned land. There
ff s � � wnuld then need tn he eas�mervts purr.hased from willing
� N� �'' � iandowners �n arderfor thetrail to head further h1E ahan
��'�� � r � �� + raute alternate 2, then wo�ld head north, seill utilizing
�'' `s 4 easements purchased Erom willing landowners, andihen
��•I ��"� �• jus[ s4uth nf 1 st St, the iraiE wqu[d head back NW to jqin
'�� �.� `' , �' � �� � Ceztral Ave an� then would run alonrj Ceneral unt�l jooning
� �4 � � �'� .+,� ���� , � ��t� " ' the ex�sting publi�lyowned grade narth af Mai�n St.and
1 r s �a � ri . r:,r.; „• FPase.
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�` ��i.!��:, �'�� south boundary oFlarge rural praperty, �ros5es 125xh Rve
' and follows alang the west side of 125th Ave to cross MN
'\� �'r,�. * State Hwy 23 he#ore heading east along the no�rth skde oP
--� �•�.��`" �' �' . l.FN State i-fwy i3 bef are reconnecti�.g to a��gwal .���Iroaci
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��, grade thai is pu6lic owned. Thas nption wauld require
'* � 4 � easement purchase o! prevate propertyirom willing selier
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Leaves original railrnad gradey an�l heads west a€png
nodth 6oundary ol large rural �raperty and the sauth
6oarder of rueual residential properties, �rosses i 25th Ava
and Fallows alang the east s�rle o� t25th Ave to cross MPJ
Saate Hwy 23 before heading east along rhe narth ssde a{
MM 5tate Hwy?3 hefEjre reec�rsr�e�tinq tc� nr��q��jal r�ilr�oacE
grade that is pu6lic awned. Thrs aption wau�d Pequire
easement purchase oi ryr�vate property from w+ll�ng seqers.
R€xute AlYernate 3
This opti4n keeps the trail on rhe ariginal ra�lroad g{ade
ca eross MN 5tate Hwy23 and waufd requira easemenx
purchase oF pnuate pruperty from wil6+ny se9lers,
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sepa�ared ucss+ng ar
hrghwa�23.
• Tf�ere are exrsrng hrke
lacilities nmrch nf hrghway
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RR c�rade b�tween h+Piia�a and Elk River. M«st o? the land needed
for the tr�il is awn�d by puh4ic agenck�s, but seWera� {7-8j �ri�at�
properties interrupt the current raelroad enrridor. The southmost 4
miles oi the Yrail are �aved fram Elk Ri�er ta Zimrnermar�, as well as a
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Aspen-CJ�k Land
Big Wnads - Hardwoads {oak,
maple, 6asswood, hi�kory}
&rush Prairie
Conifer Bogs and Swamps
Jaek Pine $arrens and
Openings
Lakes {open wate�r}
Mixed Mardwood and Pine
{Maple, White Pine, Basswood,
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Mixed Virhite Pine and Red Pine
Dak openings and harrens
Dpen Muskeg
Pine Flats iHemlock, Spruce, �ir,
White Pine, Aspen}
Prairie
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Wet Prairie
White Pine
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TRAIL DEVELOPMENT
TYPOLOGIES KEY PLAN
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DEMOGRAPHICS
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