Summary
More than 70% of the Brys Park path is cracked and becoming hazardous. Council approved $989,011 to design and rebuild it with concrete and asphalt over a geogrid base, but Vitale wants a cheaper nature trail — bid alternatives will come back before final approval.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
$989,011 from the Act 51 Local Streets fund, with final construction costs to return to Council with bids.
Park users — walkers, stroller families, ballfield and dog park visitors — get a safe, accessible path, plus a proposed Pallister Street neighborhood connection.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Jan 20, 2026
After Vitale's request, the engineer Fishbeck is exploring mulch, compacted limestone and geoplastic grid options for the Brys Park walking path as cheaper alternatives to asphalt and concrete that still qualify for Act 51 funding.
City Council - Jan 5, 2026
More than 70% of the Brys Park path is cracked and becoming hazardous. Council approved $989,011 to design and rebuild it with concrete and asphalt over a geogrid base, but Vitale wants a cheaper nature trail — bid alternatives will come back before final approval.
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