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Resident urges council support to conserve 990 acres north of Cumberland
Summary
Linda Stevens urged the council to work toward conserving roughly 990 acres north of Cumberland, highlighting recreational access, habitat and concerns about wells if a large development proceeds; she said state and county entities have shown some interest.
Linda Stevens used the public‑comment period to request council support for conservation of about 990 acres north of Cumberland around Lizard Mountain. She described longstanding recreational use of the area — hiking, riding horses and river access — and said many residents worry about well water if large‑scale development proceeds.
"We're talking about saving the, 990 acres just North of Cumberland where Lizard Mountain is," Stevens said, describing the area as valuable for both active recreation and quieter, flat areas accessible to older residents. She told council she had heard county and state officials might be interested in acquisition and urged the city to consider preservation options.
Council did not take action during the meeting; Stevens encouraged follow up and asked that those signing up at the end provide their contact information.
Why it matters: The land lies in a corridor used by local residents and impacts water and recreation resources; if county or state acquisition proceeds, the city’s view and coordination could affect outcomes for trails, river access and well protection.
