TRAIL CONSTRUCTION: River Parks Authority began phase III of River Trails improvements on Friday, June 13th. Phase III will provide new trails from 31st to 48th Street along Riverside Drive and improvements to the plaza at 41st and Riverside. Trails will be fenced and closed from 31st and Riverside to 48th Street. The parking lot at 41st at Riverside Drive will also be closed as construction begins on the new plaza donated by QuikTrip Corporation. Demolition of these areas and delivery of materials will begin immediately. No public access will be permitted. QuikTrip plans to dedicate the plaza on Thursday, September 25, 2008 as a part of the corporation’s 50th anniversary festivities.