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County staff investigate tree cutting near Crownsey Trail after Weyerhaeuser work; survey and title questions raised
Summary
Weyerhaeuser reported cutting trees near the Crownsey Trail; county staff said about 5–6 acres may have been affected with an estimated timber value of roughly $120,000 and a potential county net after taxes of about $7,000; commissioners asked staff to verify ownership, pursue survey work and consider a lease, sale or land swap to resolve access.
County officials told commissioners on Sept. 17 they are investigating timber cutting near the Crownsey Trail after a Weyerhaeuser contractor opened spur roads and removed trees that may lie on or adjacent to county-managed trail property.
The matter is significant because staff and the timber company disagree about the precise property lines and deeded rights; Weyerhaeuser provided a rough estimate that about 5 to 6 acres were cut with an estimated gross timber value around $120,000 and…
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