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Alachua County approves purchase of 55-acre Newnan's Lake parcel to protect lakeshore and wetlands
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners · April 14, 2026
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Summary
The commission unanimously approved an option contract to acquire 55 acres on Newnan's Lake for $549,400, citing protection of lakeshore swamp, mesic hammock and groundwater resources; staff estimated total project costs including due diligence at $656,379.
Alachua County commissioners voted unanimously on April 14 to approve an option contract to purchase two parcels totaling about 55 acres on the southeast side of Newnan's Lake.
Andy Christman, the county Land Conservation Program manager, told the board the property includes lakeshore swamp, mesic…
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