Commissioners hear update on potential Cle Elum Ridge purchase, partners outline options
Jul 14, 2025
Kittitas County commissioners received a presentation on potential purchase options for Cle Elum Ridge from The Nature Conservancy and partner agencies; staff and tribal and conservation partners discussed next steps, recreation management concerns and fiscal impacts to tax rolls. No public comment or formal action was taken.
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Kittitas County commissioners on July 14 heard a presentation on potential purchase options for the Cle Elum Ridge property, with conservation groups, state agency staff and tribal representatives outlining background, partners and remaining work before any transaction. Planning Manager Jamey Ayling introduced the session and said the briefing was intended to inform the board about ongoing conversations.
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