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County presents Ridge to River conservation planning effort, schedules Sebring workshop Oct. 28
Summary
Highlands County staff and partners described a community-based conservation planning study that could lead to ballot language in 2026; workshops for municipal and county residents will be held in Sebring, Avon Park and Lake Placid in late October and an online component will collect input.
Sam Erickson, a natural resources specialist for Highlands County, introduced the Ridge to River conservation planning study at the Sebring City Council meeting on Oct. 21.
Erickson said the county contracted with the North Florida Land Trust to develop a community-based conservation program and is considering placing ballot language on the 2026 ballot if residents support it. The county will hold in-person workshops to gather local priorities: Sebring’s workshop is set for Oct. 28, 6–7:30 p.m., in the county commissioners’ chambers; Avon Park’s on Oct. 29;…
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