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County takes step to adjust Willard Canyon trail easement

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The Box Elder County Commission has approved the first step in modifying an easement for a trail into Willard Canyon that was created last year to restore public access while gravel mining continues in the area. Following a public hearing on March 11, commissioners voted to vacate a portion of the existing trail right-of-way so the route can be temporarily relocated away from active mining operations. Community Development Director Scott Lyons told commissioners the change is intended to address safety concerns while mining continues nearby. “And the proposal is to vacate that for public safety purposes while the landowner is...

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