The City of Sedalia recently was notified by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) Solid Waste Management Program of a $50,000 Non-playground Scrap-Tire Material Grant award for Phase II of the Prairie Queen Trail Project- located adjacent to the Sedalia Animal Shelter facility. The grant provides funds for material and labor for installation of a scrap-tire surface for the walking trail.
A news release from the city says Mayor John Kehde will host a Phase I Completion/Phase II Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Prairie Queen Trail Project at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, August 13, at the trail head, located at 2420 South New York Avenue.
The public is invited to attend the ceremony to learn more about the project.
MDNR’s Solid Waste Management Program provides funds for local communities and nonprofit organizations for projects under its Non-Playground Scrap Tire Surface Material Grants. These grants provide funds for running tracks, walking trails, equine/livestock stall mats, riding areas and other similar projects. Funds also are provided through the Solid Waste Management Program for Playground Scrap Tire Surface Material Grants, which are available only for playground projects.
These local scrap-tire projects work to protect and improve the environment by providing a use for scrap-tire materials. The grant program creates economic incentives for communities and organizations to reuse scrap-tire material in a productive way. MDNR provides these grant funds from the 50-cent fee paid on the purchase of new tires in the state that is in effect through December 31, 2025.
You can follow progress on the Prairie Queen Trail Project by visiting the city’s website at: www.cityofsedalia.com.
Any questions about the Prairie Queen Trail Project can be directed to Brenda Ardrey, Public Works Director at (660) 827-3000, extension 1166.