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Glacial Hills Regional Trail Long Range Plan <br />Proposed Trail Alignment <br />The long range plan identifies a Long Term Alignment as the future route for the Glacial Hills Regional Trail. Many <br />variables and timelines could impact the development of the Long Term Alignment, including the future plans of the <br />railroad corridor that is currently owned and operated by Canadian National. <br />Because of this uncertainty, an Alternate Alignment was also identified. This alignment represents the recommended <br />route if the Long Term Alignment proves to be impractical or unfeasible. <br />With future phases of the project many years away, this approach allows Washington County to maintain flexibility. <br />The county will continue to engage with stakeholders and work through the details of a future project. <br />Project Contact: <br />Connor Schaefer, Senior Planner, Washington County Public Works <br />Connor.Schaefer@co.washington.mn.us, 651-430-4303 <br />A future trail that uses the railroad grade (as proposed in the Long Term Alignment) will require additional design and <br />review. Opportunities may include: stormwater mitigation, water quality, and natural resource management <br />improvements. During future phases, the county will also work with neighboring private property owners to address <br />screening and buffering opportunities.