Conservation department reports 403 programs, Gulf Wildlife Area acquisition and hydro-dam repairs

Dec 23, 2025

Conservation staff reviewed fiscal-year accomplishments including the donation- and grant-funded Gulf Wildlife Area acquisition, hydro-dam repairs after reservoir lowering, program totals (403+ programs, 7,400+ participants), and a $15,000 shortfall at the recycling center.

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Conservation department staff briefed the Mitchell County Board of Supervisors on last year’s activities and budget picture. Highlights included the donation- and grant-funded acquisition of the Gulf Wildlife Area, which required site work and will need future stream and access repairs; the department said volunteers and grant funds made the purchase possible.

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