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Veterans Park feasibility study: commissioners pause master plan and direct timber management review
Summary
Consultants presented a feasibility study on the 641‑acre Veterans Park parcel, highlighting deed restrictions, wetlands, limited vehicle access and potential revenue from timber. The board directed staff to pause phase‑2 site‑plan work and prioritize timber and natural‑resource management while increasing local outreach.
County Parks & Recreation staff and consultants briefed the Clay County Board of County Commissioners on a feasibility study for the 641‑acre parcel known as Veterans Park on Sept. 10.
Consultant Nick (last name not provided in the transcript) and Parks Director Justin Pierce described legal constraints tied to the parcel’s acquisition through a federal program: deed restrictions and an MOU require passive‑recreation uses and a 10‑year program of utilization; changes would require a formal amendment to the National Park Service program and agreement of multiple…
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