City of Corcoran City Council and Parks and Trails Commission Joint Work Session March 12, 2026

The City of Corcoran, Minnesota, held a joint work session with its City Council and Parks and Trails Commission on March 12, 2026, focusing primarily on regional trail planning and parks development. The meeting featured presentations from Three Rivers Park District on the Weaver Lake Regional Trail long-range plan, discussing potential trail routes, community engagement strategies, and a phased implementation timeline spanning 10 to 30 years. The council and commission provided feedback on trail alignments, safety concerns, and opportunities for collaboration with local developments and community destinations. Additionally, HKGI presented on a proposed wayfinding signage plan and a comprehensive parks and trails system plan, including inventory, needs assessment, goal setting, and asset management tools. Discussions emphasized prioritizing park development projects, funding strategies including leveraging charitable gambling funds and veteran-related grants, and the importance of aligning plans with community growth and expectations. The meeting concluded with plans to refine project priorities and continue collaboration between city staff, the commission, and the council to advance trail and park improvements.