Commissioners say citys approach on preserving green space reads as an invitation to collaborate, not a directive

Commissioners discussed a recent briefing that the city is pursuing some acres for long-term green-space preservation and may ask county participation in funding or partnership.

A commissioner asked whether the city would be seeking county funds; the county official who briefed the board said the communication was "an invitation to collaborate" rather than a directive. "I read it as an invitation to collaborate. And if we decide that we're not going to do that, then I don't suppose that we have to do that," a county official said.

The board discussed prior collaborations on the Bryan/Bryant property (referred to during discussion as the Bryan/Bryant tract) and the need for clearer communication between city and county staff before formal commitments are sought. Commissioners said they expected more information to surface at the city's upcoming agenda review and council meeting.

No formal action or commitment was made; the item was presented as an informational update and commissioners said they would consider the invitation and await additional details before making decisions.