HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-06-25 RecognitionBANGOR CITY COUNCIL
RECOGNIZING THE ORONO BOG BOARDWALK
WHEREAS, The Orono Bog Boardwalk, completed in 2003, is a collaborative project
between the City of Bangor, the University of Maine and the Orono Land
Trust; and
WHEREAS,
The Orono Bog Boardwalk is a 4,200 foot walkway that allows visitors to
explore the unique natural features of the 616 acre bog-, and
WHEREAS,
Created by more than 100 volunteers over 8 months, it continues through the
thousands of volunteer hours dedicated both to regular maintenance and the
ongoing capital replacement project of the original wood sections of the Bog
Boardwalk; and
WHEREAS,
With benches for rest and reflection every 200 feet, and broad flat pathways,
the Boardwalk is wheelchair and handicap friendly, inviting all to explore the
outdoors; and
WHEREAS,
Along the Boardwalk, there are full color illustrated identification stations that
depict and provide information about the various plant and bird species that
inhabit the Bog-, and
WHEREAS,
Adjacent to the Bog Boardwalk, comprised of 680 acres of wildlife habitat,
more than 4 miles of access roads, and 9 miles of trails, is the Rolland Perry
City Forest; and
WHEREAS, Combined, the Orono Bog Boardwalk and the Rolland Perry City Forest are
an irreplaceable natural resource, recording approximately 30,000 visits each
year.
NOW, THEREFORE, 1, Benjamin A. Sprague, Mayor of the City of Bangor, on behalf of the
City Council and the citizens of Bangor, do hereby recognize the efforts of all involved with the
Orono Bog Boardwalk, as it is an outstanding complement to our parks and open spaces.
Given this the 25th day of June, 2018.
Benjamid"A. Sprague, Mayor