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Resident urges council to help preserve 990 acres north of Cumberland
Summary
A longtime hiker told the council she and others want to save about 990 acres north of Cumberland, including Lizard Mountain and river access, citing recreation and well-water concerns; she said county and state agencies might be interested in acquisition.
Linda Stevens, who said she grew up using the White River area, asked the council to support preserving roughly "990 acres just North of Cumberland" that include Lizard Mountain and river access. She described the area's recreational value—hiking, horseback riding, flat terrain usable by older visitors—and noted concerns from neighbors about wells if a large industrial project moves in.
Stevens said she has been told county and state agencies might be interested in protecting the land and encouraged the council to consider partnerships or conservation options. She closed by emphasizing the area's community and ecological value and offering to answer questions.
