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Yankton County backs National Park Service buy of James River Island, asks for partnership on rescue costs
Summary
The commission approved a resolution supporting the National Park Service's purchase of James River Island for preservation, while commissioners sought assurances about search-and-rescue responsibilities and potential reimbursement agreements; motion carried with two abstentions.
The Yankton County Commission on Aug. 19 voted to approve a resolution supporting the federal government's planned acquisition of James River Island for preservation and primitive recreation.
David Thompson, acting superintendent of the Missouri National Recreational River for the National Park Service, said the park unit has worked for decades to acquire the island…
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