INGHAM COUNTY - Ingham County is one step closer to determining how to use the Trails Millage that was approved in November.

The County Services Committee recommended Mannik Smith Group as consultants for trail improvements. County Commissioner Teri Banas said the group was chosen based on their track record of working with local communities, as well as its history working with Ingham County.

"Ultimately, what we'll have is a good trails plan for our area, how to improve what we have and how to build onto what we have," Banas said. "It'll really just open up recreational opportunities and cultural opportunities and even economic development opportunities for our region."

If the recommendation is approved by the Finance Committee, it will go in front of the Board of Commissioners at their meeting next Tuesday.