Osgood receives grant to expand trail system

Osgood is one of only five grant recipients in Indiana

Courtesy: Town of Osgood

(OSGOOD, Ind.) -- The Town of Osgood is receiving a $400,000 grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources to expand their trail system.

The current trails have been in place for a decade and were constructed around existing quarry ponds. The latest proposal includes the addition of approximately 1.25 miles of paved trails around the south quarry pond.

"Several people are working hard behind the scenes to ensure Osgood is a beautiful and charming town for people to live, work and play" said Stephanie Back, Grant Coordinator.

Officials will conduct an environmental review along with design finalization before construction begins.

"This trail expansion would not be possible without the tremendous support of The Gilmore & Golda Reynolds Foundation, which will be providing a 20% match ($100,000) for this project. Our goal is for the new trail section to be completed by this time next year in 2024," said Street Superintendent Steve Wilhoit.

Residents who have ideas or suggestions for town projects are encouraged to reach out to Stephanie Back at (812) 689 -4240.