Budget uncertainties from the Trump administration's environmental spending cuts are impacting upgrades to the Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve in San Jose. Local environmental planners, including General Manager Andrea Mackenzie, express concerns over the future of approximately $800,000 in federal funding necessary for enhancing trail accessibility for people with disabilities. Craig and Kathy Sutherland, who enjoy the preserve, face challenges with trail accessibility. Despite ongoing efforts to secure the necessary federal funds, uncertainty looms over multiple publicly funded projects across the country.
Craig and Kathy Sutherland both love exploring the Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve near San Jose, facing challenges with accessibility on the trail.
General Manager Andrea Mackenzie expresses concern about the uncertainty of federal funding amid budget cuts affecting climate projects nationwide.
Coyote Valley is slated to receive roughly $800,000 for trail upgrades, but uncertainty around funding could impact the project's timeline and execution.
The administration is targeting environmental spending, leading to growing concern among environmental planners in the Bay Area regarding federal support.
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