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Grant Application for Gillot Boulevard Trail Design

Original title: FDOT SUN Trail Grant for the Design of Segment 2 along Gillot Blvd from SR776 to the Myakka State Forest

Record date · July 22, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a grant application for the design of a trail segment along Gillot Boulevard. The project, known as Segment 2, would connect State Road 776 to the Myakka State Forest.

Why it matters

This action initiates the formal process to secure state funding for the design phase of a new recreational trail segment, which will determine the future layout of the path between SR776 and Myakka State Forest.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Residents near Gillot Blvd

The proposed trail design will determine the path and infrastructure placement near their properties.

Directly affected

Florida Department of Transportation

The agency is the potential provider of grant funds for the project.

Key Facts

The Board of County Commissioners is considering a grant application for the design of Segment 2 of the SUN Trail.
The proposed trail segment is located along Gillot Boulevard.
The project scope covers the area from SR776 to the Myakka State Forest.
The document is filed under number 2025-7260.

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The item is classified as a Consent Item - Regular.
The item was introduced on June 18, 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SUN Trail program?

The (Shared-Use Nonmotorized Trail) program is a Florida Department of Transportation initiative that provides funding for paved trails separated from motorized traffic.

What stage is this project in?

The project is currently in the grant application phase for the design of the trail segment.

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Connected Entities

Board of County Commissioners, Myakka State Forest, Gillot Blvd and 2 more

OrganizationBoard of County Commissioners“The governing body reviewing the grant application.”Map →

locationMyakka State Forest“The endpoint of the trail segment.”Map →

locationGillot Blvd“The location of the proposed trail segment.”Map →

OrganizationFDOT“Florida Department of Transportation, the grantor for the SUN Trail program.”Map →

locationSR776“The starting point of the trail segment.”Map →

Sources

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