Cherry Bend Trail, Veronica Valley Park Projects Move Forward Thanks to Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Dollars
By Craig Manning | Aug. 28, 2026
Nearly half a million dollars is headed Leelanau County’s way thanks to the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) grant program, including money for a new multi-use trail along Cherry Bend Road and accessibility improvements at Veronica Valley Park. The funding was initially announced last fall, but was confirmed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s office last week, in the wake of the state finalizing its 2026-27 fiscal year budget.
With the funding now assured, The Leelanau Ticker checks in with grant recipients for updates on project progress and anticipated timelines.
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