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Forestry reports 145,000 carbon credits, timber sales and park repairs on tap
Summary
Price County Forestry & Parks reported 145,000 carbon credits available for sale (estimated $2–$3 million gross) and approved the 2026 Spring Timber Bid Packet with 19 new sales and other park maintenance updates.
The Forestry & Parks Committee presented the 2026 Spring Timber Bid Packet, approved with 19 new sales and 25 total sales planned for the season; the committee discussed adjusting top‑diameter limits from 4" to 5" to promote sales and flagged a Timms Hill fall timber sale and potential ash sales.
Committee members reported the county has 145,000 carbon credits available for sale, with two pricing categories ($8–$16; $18–$26 per credit) and an estimated total sale value averaging $2–$3 million; the county expects to receive approximately 75% of sale proceeds after expenses. The Forestry Department also reported park clean‑up work and two new summer hires.
