SASKATOON – A plan to spend $14-million to protect rare grasslands in Saskatoon’s northeast has passed another hurdle. The 2,800 hectare swale grasslands is one of the larger pieces of native grasslands left in the province.
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The proposal put forward by the Meewasin Valley Authority would conserve the grasslands and provide over 16 kilometres of trails, boardwalks and facilities like picnic areas.
A city committee approved the plan in principle on Monday and now goes to council for a vote.
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It will cost $400,000 a year to operate.
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