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Port officials indicate land available for Milton Creek reserve; commission readies joint meeting with city
Summary
St. Helens Parks & Trails Commissioners reported a productive meeting with Port of Columbia County staff about the Milton Creek reserve and potential trail, and agreed to raise the topic at a joint Planning Commission–City Council meeting in June to define boundaries, zoning and next steps.
St. Helens Parks & Trails Commissioners said Port of Columbia County officials are open to letting the city use part of port-owned property to establish a Milton Creek reserve and trail, following a site visit and talks intended to narrow the area and next steps.
Commissioner Scott (first name not specified) told the commission that, after meetings with Port representatives, “they're actually looking to donate some of the land, for the reserve and trail,” and that the port’s executive director would serve as the port’s point of contact. Commissioner Jerry (last name not given) said the port identified several potential sites and is “happy to let us utilize that” property but stressed the project would require surveying and review of riparian setbacks.
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