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Wayne board hires Sewell Forestry for 100‑Acre Wood appraisal; financing and public vote process outlined
Summary
The Wayne Select Board approved contracting Sewell Forestry to prepare a real‑estate appraisal of the 100‑Acre Wood property for $8,200 (split $5,600 and $2,600). Board members discussed likely timelines, possible financing options including bank loans and private fundraising, and the public process that would follow receipt of the appraisal.
The Wayne Select Board on Aug. 19 authorized contracting Sewell Forestry to produce a real‑estate appraisal of the town’s 100‑Acre Wood property for $8,200, split into an initial $5,600 phase and a $2,600 second phase. The board voted 4‑0 to proceed after town staff reviewed four proposals and recommended Sewell for responsiveness and cost.
The appraisal discussion began after town manager Shannon explained the vendor responses and price points. “Overall, I would recommend going with Sewell Forestry,” Shannon said, citing Sewell’s responsiveness and comparable pricing to other midrange bids. Staff presented four proposals:…
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