Hanover Trolley Trail maintenance shift
Summary
The Rail Trail Authority handed over the Hanover Trolley Trail land to the county, which will fold it into the county park system. Vice President Burford thanked the authority's longtime members and noted work on the trail is still ongoing. A separate maintenance agreement with four nearby municipalities was also approved.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
The land was transferred for nominal consideration, with ongoing maintenance costs now absorbed by the county.
Trail users in southwestern York County get a better-maintained, unified trail system.
The Rail Trail Authority sheds maintenance burdens but cedes control of the properties.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners — Board of Commissioners — 2026-07-15
An MOU addendum removes Heidelberg Township's obligation to maintain trailhead parking for the Hanover Trolley Trail because the township lacks resources — the county and other partners pick up the slack.
Board of Commissioners — Board of Commissioners — 2026-06-17
The Rail Trail Authority handed over the Hanover Trolley Trail land to the county, which will fold it into the county park system. Vice President Burford thanked the authority's longtime members and noted work on the trail is still ongoing. A separate maintenance agreement with four nearby municipalities was also approved.
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