Summary
The city is buying about 38 acres next to Trooper Lake to expand its planned mountain bike park, which the mayor says could host regional races and draw tourists. The land comes at the appraised value of $20,000 per acre, helped by state conservation grant funding.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Roughly $767,000 total (38.36 acres at $20,000), offset by state conservation grant funds.
Riders, park users, and local businesses that could benefit from cycling tourism.
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Mentions & discussions (2)
City of Elizabethtown Council — August 3, 2026
The city hired CMW Inc. ($25,000) and Lochmueller Group ($60,000) to master plan and engineer a public park at Trooper Lake, funded through the Kentucky Heritage Land Conservation Fund. The Etown Hardin County Stampede bike group attended in support.
City of Elizabethtown Council — March 9, 2026
The city is buying about 38 acres next to Trooper Lake to expand its planned mountain bike park, which the mayor says could host regional races and draw tourists. The land comes at the appraised value of $20,000 per acre, helped by state conservation grant funding.
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