September, 2023
The City of Grand Marais is in the process of developing a long-range master plan for the Grand Marais Recreation Area, which serves Grand Marais residents and visitors as a campground, marina, and public park. Earlier in the summer, the city asked the public to provide input on an online survey. In addition to several stakeholder meetings and interviews, the input was considered by the Grand Marais Park Board and used to develop the two concepts for future improvements that are shown below.
The master planning process began in April and is scheduled to be complete in October of 2023. The city is working with a park planning consultant to update the previous concept plan (developed in 2009), incorporate public and stakeholder engagement, and develop a long-term vision for the Rec Park. The city has completed an initial application for regional designation to the state Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission (GMRPTC), and a master plan is a required next step in order for the park to achieve regional designation and to potentially access Legacy funding for improvements. The new master plan must include certain elements as required by the state process.
Please help the city plan by responding to the questions below. This is the 2nd of two surveys during this planning process. The input will be reviewed and considered by city staff and the Park Board to help develop the final master plan.
