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Westfir council backs Oakridge bid for Kitson Hot Springs to create Community Forest
Summary
Westfir voted 4–0 to support Oakridge's effort to purchase Kitson Hot Springs from the Boy Scouts of America, a project Oakridge officials described as a potential $2.5 million acquisition to develop a Community Forest and tourism draw.
The Westfir City Council voted unanimously to support the City of Oakridge's effort to acquire Kitson Hot Springs from the Boy Scouts of America and convert the site into a Community Forest. Oakridge City Administrator James Cleavenger provided historical background and said Oakridge is working to assemble a $2.5 million purchase price for the property.
Councilor Linda M. Love moved the support motion and Councilor Deretta Huey seconded; the motion carried 4–0. Cleavenger described the site as a potential major tourist attraction and said Oakridge had shared photographs and maps with the council prior to the meeting.
