Three Rivers Park District Approves $2.25 Million Purchase of Camp Kingswood in Minnetrista
A preliminary identification of possible future outdoor recreation activities includes, as funding permits, a section of paved regional trail, non-paved park interpretive trails, a water resources learning center and small campground to support service le
The Three Rivers Park District Board of Commissioners has unanimously approved a purchase agreement for the Camp Kingswood property in Minnetrista. Under the agreement, which was approved Dec. 20, the Park District will pay $2.25 million for the 127-acre property. The next step is for the Minnesota United Methodist Church Board of Trustees to approve the purchase agreement. “This property is a rare and unique gem in suburban Hennepin County, and I am delighted that Three Rivers Park District is able to acquire this land for public use,” said Larry Blackstad, chair of the Three Rivers Park District Board of Commissioners. “Natural resources of this quality are seldom still found in the metro area, and I am excited that Three Rivers will be…
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Joseph Finley
1:28 pm on Friday, January 11, 2013
Well said, Leonard. Thankyou. more ›