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Eureka County speaker urges collaborative, process-driven approach to public‑land conflicts
Summary
A representative from Eureka County told the Assembly Natural Resources Committee that rural counties need credible processes and local collaboration to move from conflict to constructive natural‑resource management.
A listener from Eureka County told the Assembly Natural Resources Committee that rural communities can find common ground on public‑land management by establishing clear processes and honest local engagement.
"Eureka County tends to be pretty active in these issues," said Mr. Tibbets, who identified his ties to Eureka County and noted his work on natural‑resource matters. He said his written packet — submitted to the committee — outlines local approaches the county uses to move from conflict toward what he described as a "healthy tension" that allows for cooperative solutions. He offered the packet as a resource for the committee and said Eureka County leaders are willing to assist the Legislature during the session.
Committee members thanked Tibbets and encouraged colleagues to consult the provided materials; Assemblymember Alexis Hansen praised his county‑level expertise for committee members new to rural natural‑resource issues.
Ending: Mr. Tibbets offered to return for a fuller presentation at a later meeting should the committee want more detail.
