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Become part of something bigger with Rails to Trails Conservancy.The Friends of the Nickel Plate meeting took time to be Thankful with lots of pilgrims in attendance.
A few more pictures from the lens of Jackie McMillan.
Last Tuesday it was in the 60’s and rode Peru,Deedsville area. Saw a big buck and first time ever I never saw anyone else out riding.
Have you ever considered using some of these pictures to make a calendar. The calender could be sold to raise money for the trail.
Next Meeting November 26, 2024 @ 7PM at the old firehouse in Peru
Nickel Plate Trail Minutes
October 29, 2024
Attendees: Mike Kuepper, Ted Cox, Bill Click, Steve Gough, Ron Mofield, Doug Martin, Jeff Kassebaum, Dennis Grossnickle, Dan McCarthy, Jackie McMillen, Shannon Rutkowski
Meeting started at 7:01 PM at the old firehouse in Peru.
Steve motioned to approve the August minutes Ron 2nd. Motion Passed.
Steve gave the financial report. $6,542 in donations, & Cole Porter Run Expenses were $209.83 for gas, materials, and miscellaneous. YTD income is $33,887.92, YTD expenses are $28,324.76. The MAC trail budget expenses were for grading and engineering fees. The MAC trail budget is separate from the NPT maintenance budget.
Dan motioned to approve the treasurer's report, Ron 2nd, motion passed.
Mike made a presentation on the Cole Porter Run and how it grew over the years. Mike pointed out that the rotary club had a cleanup day that was concentrated on the west side of Peru.
There is some paving that has been done on the MAC trail. The project is still progressing. Only the base part of the paving has been done so far. The final top paving will most likely occur next spring. The MAC trail, even though not completed yet, is being used and is ok to use even though it is not finished yet. It’s a good sign that folks are eager to use it and are using it. Mike stated that we would like to put native plants on the side of the MAC trail to reduce the amount of mowing that will have to be done,
Jeff reported on the tar repair that has been going on both the north trail and south trail. Jeff also explained the areas that will need to be repaired. Mike pointed out a couple of culverts that need repair.
Dan explained some of the problems with roots already starting to damage some of the new pavement in the Miami area.
Jeff reported on the areas of Macy and Bunker Hill that have good restrooms. Jeff explained the need for signs to direct trail users to these restrooms that are already in place. We are looking for someone to make signs. Mike has a resource to help make the signs and will follow up.
Dennis Grossnickle spoke of the grant that Dan worked on to provide money for the port-a-pot and presented a $1,000 check that was awarded to the NPT.
Starting in January our meetings will be at St Charles School, 80 West 5th Street Peru, In. Parking is located on the East side of the school.
Jeff reported on what has happened with the building committee. Jeff brought up the question perhaps renting a building that is available to the NPT at this time.
Ron reported about the continuing work that has been done on the Wabash River bridge. The work has been done by Tim and Ron. The work is finished for this year with plans to continue next year. Ron volunteered Tim to be the supervisor for next year’s work. If you see Tim or Ron, thank them greatly for the work they completed. The plan is to stay ahead of the log jams in 2025. It was also pointed out the importance of calling dispatch prior to working on the trail.
Steve motioned to adjourn at 8:10 PM. Ron 2nd, motioned passed unanimously.
Prior to leaving, Shannon R presented attendees with a Halloween treat bag. There is a rumor that there will be Thanksgiving treats at the next meeting. 1st come; 1st served.
Respectfully submitted,
Ted Cox
Volunteer showcase
Thanks for all your hard work.
Thank you. Very impressive and professional. I rode the trail in September on the GART and appreciate your effort.
So appreciative of all the volunteers that keep this trail in such great shape!
Thank you !!!
Thank you
Thank you
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Dave Campbell continues to improve features on the tar pot trailer and he added a couple of mods to the blower last week. Now we have a handle and slow moving vehicle sign to improve safety when passing through Peru. The last picture is Ted heading out to blow more leaves and the last of the walnuts.
Dave is the best!!
The Nickel Plate Volunteers are amazing! Thank you!!!
Heard him driving past my house last week, but rode from Bunker Hill to Peru today, the leaves are back. Constant battle.
Many thx to all volunteers for the Nickel Plate & Panhandle Pathway in Logan!
The groundbreaking ceremony for the Nickel Plate trail extension happened this morning. Rochester residents are excited to see the trail extended into Rochester. We appreciate Mayor Trent O'Dell and the Rochester Downtown Partnership for taking the baton from Terry Lee and moving this forward. A grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources helped fund the project. The NIckel Plate Trail vice president and tireless volunteer Bill Click is on the right.
Hoping the gazebo stays there
Wonderful news! Love that trail
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Great news! The Nickel Plate Trail will be extended from the Rochester Trailhead north into Rochester! From there it will connect to the Rochester Pathway that meanders around the golf course and behind the hospital and then next to the airport. The extension will be a very scenic route! This helps our riders find their way into Rochester and it brings the trail into a closer proximity for Rochester residents along the trail. There will be a Groundbreaking Ceremony on Thursday, November 7th at 9 AM at the gazebo where the trail ends in Rochester on Mitchell Drive. All are welcome to attend this wonderful extension to the trail.
This is excellent
Great job I love coming down there and riding the nickel plate. The president, the board of directors and volunteers have done a great job of expanding and keeping up the trail.
What is the estimated completion date, and how far is it between the trail head and the trail in Rochester? What will the entire length of the Nickel Plate Trail be when completed? Any press releases on this yet and so where? Thanks
Will it ever be expanded north to Plymouth?
Does this route still include changing Park Street to a one-way?
Great news!!
Awesome!
Excellent!
Awesome!!!
It will be great to finally get this extension! What is the plan to get across 9th. St.?
Kimberlie Landis
Billi Brantley
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