​This is an exciting time for the Arboretum. In September 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources awarded a grant of $136,700 to the City and PCA. (See the letter here.) The Valley-to-Eastside Expansion Project will become a reality with help from the community.

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Since we are working with the City of Platteville to purchase this land, the City Council had to vote on this resolution (see document), and ultimately accept it (document) before the PCA could go forward.

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There's a parcel on Valley Road that could become a trailhead with parking, gardens, picnic area, informational kiosks and maybe bathrooms. There's also a stretch of abandoned railroad bed from Business 151 to Eastside Road that's almost a mile-long that would expand the trails in town. We are currently fundraising and hope to reach our goal in the summer of 2025.

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Any donation is appreciated and helps this project. Please note there are special Donor Recognition Levels:

• Porter ($2,000-$4,999)

• Conductor ($5,000-$9,999)

• Dispatcher ($10,000-$19,999)

• Engineer ($20,000+)

Donors at these four levels will be acknowledged on special kiosks, on this website, and through social media.​

 

Have questions?

 

Email us at plattevillearboretum@gmail.com, or call one of our Steering committee members, Joe Jacquinot at 563-495-0133, or Brian Laufenberg at 608-712-4286, to discuss the project further.
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