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Sequim council delays support letter for Jamestown S'Klallam land transfer after broad public opposition
Summary
Councilors unanimously voted to delay sending a letter backing the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe's proposed transfer of Dungeness Spit land, asking the tribe and federal contacts for documents and to include that material in the next council packet after residents raised access, stewardship and process concerns.
Sequim Mayor Rachel Anderson said the council would not approve a letter of support for the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe until members had time to review additional documentation requested from the tribe and federal offices and the materials were included in the next meeting packet. The council voted 6-0 to gather and circulate more information before any approval.
Why it matters: dozens of residents turned out or called in to oppose the council endorsing a federal land transfer without more public notice, alleging it could limit access to the Dungeness Spit, facilitate commercial uses, and sidestep public review. Councilors said they want more clarity before taking a position on a matter that largely falls under federal jurisdiction.
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