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Commissioners authorize second appraisal for Bushwood Wharf property as potential park addition
Summary
Staff requested and the board authorized a second appraisal (estimated $1,500) for two parcels at Bushwood Wharf totaling just over 3.5 acres, including a 260‑foot pier; a first appraisal placed value at $721,000 and staff said $680,000 in dedicated open‑space funds were available to cover the bulk of a purchase.
County staff brought forward a potential park acquisition at 36846 Bushwood Wharf, two parcels totaling just over 3.5 acres with a 260‑foot pier. The first appraisal came in at $721,000 and staff reported $680,000 in dedicated open‑space funds that could cover the bulk of a purchase; the board authorized staff to procure a second appraisal at an estimated cost of $1,500.
Recreation and parks staff described the property's current use, shared parking arrangements that will be honored, and potential for future improvements such as demolition of a vacant building funded with state DNR funds. Commissioners asked about pier safety, staffing and camera coverage in remote locations; staff said many parks are unstaffed and remote areas pose service challenges but ownership of the site would allow the county to control access and improve facilities over time. The motion to procure a second appraisal passed on a voice vote.
